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Friday, May 27, 2022

Yes Drummer Alan White Dead At 72

Yes drummer Alan White has died at the age of 72, his family confirmed in a statement posted on his Facebook page.

"Alan White, our beloved husband, dad, and grandpa, passed away at the age of 72 at his Seattle-area home on May 26, 2022, after a brief illness," White's family said.

They added, "Throughout his life and six-decade career, Alan was many things to many people: a certified rock star to fans around the world; band mate to a select few, and gentleman and friend to all who met him."

White, who joined Yes in 1972 and was the longest-tenured member of the band, also performed with John Lennon, George Harrison, Ginger Baker's Air Force and Joe Cocker.

"It is with deep sadness that YES announce Alan White, their much-loved drummer and friend of 50 years, has passed away, aged 72, after a short illness," the band wrote on Twitter.

Yes recently announced that White had pulled out of the band's upcoming tour in celebration of the 50th anniversary of their Close To The Edge album due to health issues.

White will be replaced by his friend Jay Schellen, who has subbed for the drummer several times in the past.

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Aerosmith Cancel Summer Las Vegas Residency Shows As Steven Tyler Enters Rehab

Aerosmith have cancelled their Summer Las Vegas Residency shows after frontman Steven Tyler entered a rehabilitation center following a relapse.

Aerosmith have canceled their Summer Las Vegas Residency shows after frontman Steven Tyler entered a rehabilitation center following a relapse.

The shows affected by Tyler's stint in rehab are the first set of "Deuces are Wild" residency dates in June and July.

"As many of you know, our beloved brother Steven has worked on his sobriety for many years. After foot surgery to prepare for the stage and the necessity of pain management during the process, he has recently relapsed and voluntarily entered a treatment program to concentrate on his health and recovery," Aerosmith said in a statement posted on social media.

They added, "We are truly sorry to inform our fans and friends that we must cancel our first set of Las Vegas Residency dates this June and July while he focuses on his well-being."

The rockers promised to resume their 2022 dates in September and provide further updates as soon as they can.

Those who have purchased their tickets via Ticketmaster will be refunded and will receive an email shortly with details. Those who do not get it have been advised to contact their point of purchase for information on refunds.

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Star-Studded Lineup Of Artists Revealed For 'Elvis' Soundtrack

The star-studded lineup for the soundtrack to Baz Luhrmann's Elvis Presley biopic, Elvis, has been revealed.

The soundtrack will feature Eminem & CeeLo Green, Stevie Nicks, Jack White, Tame Impala, Jazmine Sullivan, Gary Clark Jr., Kacey Musgraves and many more.

While the lineup announces all the artists set to appear on the soundtrack, it doesn't yet reveal which songs they will each be recording.

The soundtrack also features Doja Cat, whose "Vegas" was previously released as the soundtrack's first single.

The biopic, which explores the relationship between the late rock icon and his manager Colonel Tom Parker, is set to release in the U.S. on June 24. The biopic stars Austin Butler in the title role and Oscar-winner Tom Hanks as Parker.

Luhrmann co-wrote the screenplay for Elvis along with Sam Bromell, Craig Pearce and Jeremy Doner.

(Photo: RCA Records)

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