R&B Icon Chris Jasper Dies at 73 After Cancer Battle

Chris Jasper, a pivotal member of The Isley Brothers, has died at 73 following a battle with cancer, leaving a legacy of contributions to iconic hits like 'For the Love of You' and 'Between the Sheets' (SILive, PennLive). Jasper's contributions were celebrated with multiple awards, including his induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2022 (SILive, PennLive). In a separate tragic event, Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone died at 63 in a car crash in Alabama, shocking the music community (PennLive, The Sun). Stone was known for her role in the hip-hop trio The Sequence and her successful solo career, with hits like 'No More Rain (In This Cloud)' (PennLive, The Sun). Additionally, rock legend David Johansen passed away at 75 after battling stage 4 cancer and a brain tumor, having been a prominent figure in the New York Dolls (PennLive). These losses highlight the significant impact these artists had on their respective genres and the music industry at large.