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Birmingham To Bid Farewell to Heavy Metal Legend Ozzy Osbourne

Tuesday, July 29 by Lyle F

BIRMINGHAM, England (AP) — Fans of Ozzy Osbourne will have a final opportunity to pay tribute to the heavy metal icon in his hometown of Birmingham, U.K., as his funeral cortege makes its way through the city center. Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Black Sabbath frontman,... Read More.

The Who Launches Farewell Tour in Italy Without Zak Starkey

Wednesday, July 23 by Lyle F

The Who kicked off their farewell tour, "The Song Is Over," in Italy with a new drummer, marking their first performance since the departure of longtime drummer Zak Starkey. The rock band announced the tour last May and began it on Monday night, July 21,... Read More.

Jeff Lynne’s ELO Kicks Off Farewell Tour in Birmingham Despite Injury

Tuesday, July 8 by Lyle F

BIRMINGHAM, England (AP) — Jeff Lynne opened ELO's farewell tour with a show at the Utilita Arena in his hometown of Birmingham on July 5, performing without a guitar because of a broken left hand. Despite the injury, the 77-year-old musician delivered a 22-song set,... Read More.

Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath Bid Farewell with Epic Birmingham Concert

Monday, July 7 by Lyle F

BIRMINGHAM, England (AP) — Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath delivered an epic farewell concert at Birmingham's Villa Park on Saturday, July 5, marking the end of an era for the legendary heavy metal band. The event, titled "Back to Beginning," paid tribute to Osbourne and... Read More.

Former REO Speedwagon Member Injured in Car Accident After Farewell Show

Wednesday, June 18 by Lyle F

Terry Luttrell, the former REO Speedwagon singer, was injured in a car accident after falling asleep at the wheel. The 78-year-old musician spoke to the News-Gazette on Tuesday, June 17, about the incident, which occurred while he was driving to St. Louis for business... Read More.

Wiseguys Comedy Club Bids Farewell to Arts District with Final Shows

Tuesday, June 17 by Lorenzo North

Wiseguys Comedy Club, located in the Arts District at 1511 S. Main Street, is set to close its doors after its last shows from June 27-29, headlined by Jon “Polar Bear” Gonzalez. This venue, which opened in 2021, is the first and only comedy... Read More.

The Who Tease Major Announcement: Could “The Song Is Over” Signal a Farewell Tour?

Thursday, May 8 by Lyle F

LONDON (AP) — The Who's Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey are set to hold a press event in London on Thursday, where they will make a "special announcement followed by an exclusive Q&A session" that will be livestreamed to fans worldwide. They have already... Read More.

Farewell to a Heavyweight: George Foreman Sr. Dies at 76

Saturday, March 22 by Liah

The boxing world has lost a true icon. George Foreman Sr., the two-time heavyweight champion of the world and Olympic gold medalist, has passed away at the age of 76. With a legacy that spans generations, Foreman wasn’t just a force inside the ring; he... Read More.

Charlie Puth Bids Farewell to TikTok as U.S. Ban Looms

Friday, January 17 by Lyle F

Charlie Puth is saying goodbye to his TikTok followers as the United States prepares to implement a ban on the app. The singer-songwriter shared a video of himself playing piano on the platform. Positioned beside his keyboard, Puth performed a somber rendition of his 2015... Read More.

End of an Era Sam Goody Bids Farewell to Its Final Stores

Saturday, December 28 by Joe Kramer

Sam Goody, once a major record store chain in the United States, has announced the closure of its last two physical locations. At its peak, Sam Goody operated over 800 stores nationwide and was a common feature in malls, serving as a popular destination... Read More.

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