The Day the Rock Star Died

The Day the Rock Star Died Keith Moon

Keith Moon was an English drummer for the rock music band the Who; noted for his unique style, alcohol addiction and his often self-destructive behavior, Moon develops a reputation for smashing his kit on stage and destroying hotel rooms on tour.

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The Day the Rock Star Died Amy Winehouse

English singer Amy Winehouse dies from alcohol poisoning at the unfortunate age of 27; her prolific talent is often overshadowed by her struggles with drug addiction and mental health issues.

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The Day the Rock Star Died Michael Hutchence

Michael Hutchence was the founding member, lead singer and lyricist of rock band INXS from 1977 until his death on Nov. 22, 1997.

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The Day the Rock Star Died Buddy Holly

Rock and Roll singer Buddy Holly dies in a freak aeroplane accident in 1959, along with Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper; Don McLean dubs the tragedy as "the day the music died," symbolizing a loss of simpler times.

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The Day the Rock Star Died Tom Petty

Tom Petty, the lead singer of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and co-founder of the late-1980s supergroup the Traveling Wilburys, sells more than 80 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time.

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The Day the Rock Star Died Jimi Hendrix

Jimi Hendrix achieves fame in the U.S. after his performance at the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967 and becomes widely regarded as one of the most influential electric guitarists in the history of popular music.

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The Day the Rock Star Died Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley, often referred to as "the King of Rock 'n' Roll," finds commercial success in many genres, including pop, country, blues and gospel music, but prescription drug abuse severely compromises his health and leads to his death in 1977.

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The Day the Rock Star Died Jim Morrison

Jim Morrison, co-founder of musical group the Doors, develops an alcohol dependence and dies at the age of 27 in Paris in 1971.

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