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Sting Sings About Dying in The Last Ship

The 62-year old former frontman for The Police talks candidly about death and grief

Dying like a rock star often means tragedy. Whether from overdose, sickness or suicide, lurid, high profile deaths sweep across the media like natural disasters. Jimi Hendrix, Freddie Mercury and Kurt Cobain, to name a few, mark the long line … Continue reading

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Joining the 27 Club

The Death of Amy Winehouse: Why Do Artists Die Young?

It is a story as old as any: a creative genius laid low by the fruits of their own talent. More than anyone else, the death of Amy Winehouse, an undeniable musical talent who reinvigorated a genre and won fame … Continue reading

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