CogniCurrent Icon

COGNICURRENT

A compact global news feed for the bigger picture.

Regions
Topics
Saved views:
Save your current filters to revisit or share.
50 stories
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Grammy winning music legend dies aged 83 as tributes pour in

Grammy-winning blues artist John Hammond has passed away at 83, prompting heartfelt tributes from fellow musicians.

Mar 3 • 19:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

The Prodigy legend dead aged 60 as band pays tribute to 'force of nature'

Ziggy Chowdry, the first manager of The Prodigy, has died at the age of 60, prompting an emotional tribute from the band.

Mar 2 • 11:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Wu-Tang Clan legend Oliver ‘Power’ Grant’s heartbreaking cause of death revealed

The family of Oliver 'Power' Grant has revealed that he died following a battle with pancreatic cancer at the age of 52.

Mar 2 • 11:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Neil Sedaka, composer and singer of 'Oh! Carol' has passed away

Neil Sedaka, the renowned composer and singer known for his hit 'Oh! Carol', has died at the age of 86 in Los Angeles.

Feb 28 • 12:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty pays tribute to legendary singer as death announced

Naga Munchetty from BBC Breakfast expressed her condolences upon the passing of music legend Neil Sedaka at the age of 86.

Feb 28 • 07:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Amanda Holden 'ignored' by music legend after reaching out for advice on marriage dilemma

Amanda Holden expressed frustration over American singer Bruno Mars ignoring her marriage dilemma when she reached out for advice during a radio segment.

Feb 28 • 06:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Neil Sedaka, king of American pop, dies at 86

American singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has died at the age of 86 in Los Angeles, remembered as a pop icon and a significant figure in the music industry.

Feb 28 • 03:26 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Neil Sedaka has died

American singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy as a rock’n’roll legend.

Feb 28 • 02:38 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Farewell to Neil Sedaka, tireless creator of songs sung by more than one generation

Neil Sedaka, the prolific songwriter and rock and roll legend, passed away shortly before his 87th birthday in Los Angeles.

Feb 27 • 22:36 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Music legend Neil Sedaka dead at 86

Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at 86, leaving behind a legacy of classic hits and a grieving family.

Feb 27 • 22:21 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Neil Sedaka is dead

American musician Neil Sedaka has died, as reported by Variety.

Feb 27 • 21:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Stone Roses star Mani to be honoured by music legend at BRIT Awards

The late Stone Roses bassist Mani will be honored at the BRIT Awards by his close friend Tim Burgess from The Charlatans.

Feb 27 • 17:27 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Jane Pollard: "The misogyny against Marianne Faithfull was horrifying"

This article discusses the hybrid documentary "Broken English" by Jane Pollard and Iain Forsyth that portrays rock legend Marianne Faithfull, highlighting past misogyny directed at her.

Feb 27 • 07:21 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Fausto Leali returns to Sanremo: a career award for him

Fausto Leali will be celebrated at the Sanremo Festival with a career award, marking his significant contributions over a sixty-year span in Italian music.

Feb 25 • 22:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Life & Tech

Éliane Radigue, French composer and musique concrète legend, dies aged 94

French composer Éliane Radigue, a pioneer of musique concrète, has passed away at the age of 94.

Feb 24 • 19:53 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Living Jazz Legend’ Herbie Hancock to Take the Stage in Seoul After 11 Years

Jazz legend Herbie Hancock, aged 85, is set to perform in Seoul during the 18th Seoul Jazz Festival from May 22 to 24, marking his first visit since a collaboration with Chick Corea in 2015.

Feb 24 • 04:55 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Willie Colon, American salsa legend, has died at the age of 75

Willie Colon, a significant figure in the salsa music scene, has passed away at 75, leaving a lasting legacy through his influential music.

Feb 23 • 08:15 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Love, music and legend: with Buckley "it's never over"

The article discusses the upcoming docufilm about Jeff Buckley, set to be released in Italy, which examines his life and enduring legacy in music.

Feb 23 • 04:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Rock legend Charlie Watts' house is for sale. Fans of The Rolling Stones must have 76 million crowns

The house of legendary Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts is now on the market for 76 million crowns, drawing interest from fans of the iconic band.

Feb 22 • 07:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

US salsa legend Willie Colón, vocalist, trombonist and composer, dies aged 75

Willie Colón, the influential salsa musician known for his trombone skills and vocal contributions, has passed away at the age of 75.

Feb 21 • 21:55 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

The salsa legend Wille Colon has died

American musician Willie Colon, known for his contributions to salsa music, passed away at the age of 75 on Saturday, according to family reports.

Feb 21 • 20:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Willie Colón, legend of Latin music and pioneer of the trombone in salsa, dies at 75

Willie Colón, a renowned salsa musician, passed away at the age of 75, leaving behind a lasting legacy in Latin music.

Feb 21 • 19:59 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Willie Colón, 'The Bad One of the Bronx': why the salsa legend carried that nickname until the day of his death

Salsa legend Willie Colón, known as 'El Malo del Bronx', passed away on February 21, 2026, at the age of 75 due to respiratory complications.

Feb 21 • 19:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Willie Colón, pioneer and legend of salsa, dies at 75

Willie Colón, a legendary trombonist and salsa pioneer, has passed away at the age of 75 in New York City.

Feb 21 • 17:47 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Heirs of Rock: They Are Grandchildren of a Music Legend, Have Their Own Band, and Are Conquering the World of Cinema and Fashion

Angelo and Benicio Mutti Spinetta, grandsons of Argentine music legend Luis Alberto Spinetta, are carving out their own careers in music, cinema, and fashion.

Feb 21 • 13:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

1980s pop legend died at 54 during afternoon nap - as incredible tributes paid

Tributes pour in for 1980s pop legend Teena Marie ahead of a concert celebrating her life on what would have been her 70th birthday.

Feb 20 • 18:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

SuomiViihde: Taija Holm's Memoriam for Pate Mustajärvi

Taija Holm reflects on the life and impact of rock legend Pate Mustajärvi in a heartfelt tribute.

Feb 20 • 17:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

José van Dam dies at 85, Belgian legend of lyrical art

José van Dam, renowned Belgian bass-baritone and a celebrated figure in operatic history, passed away at the age of 85.

Feb 19 • 20:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Alfie Boe reveals rock legend helped to inspire his latest album

Alfie Boe credits rock legend Pete Townshend for helping him overcome writer's block while creating his first album of original songs in two decades.

Feb 18 • 22:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Masked Singer 2026 winner Moth revealed as huge pop legend

The winner of The Masked Singer 2026 has been unveiled as Keisha Buchanan, shocking fans who had speculated about the identity of the celebrity behind the mask.

Feb 14 • 20:27 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Robert Plant: The legend of Led Zeppelin is coming to Greece

Legendary Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant is set to perform in Greece this summer as part of the Sani Festival 2026.

Feb 14 • 06:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

RAUDSAARE DIALOGUES ⟩ Enn Eesmaa: A whole album could be released from my songs

TV legend Enn Eesmaa reflects on his influential career and the possibility of releasing an album of his songs.

Feb 13 • 09:50 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Do you know how a legend from Vienna intertwines with the Livonian dance tradition?

This article explores the connection between a traditional Livonian dance and a song composed in Vienna in 1679, highlighting its historical significance and cultural heritage.

Feb 13 • 09:26 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

American musician John Legend to perform in Estonia

John Legend will perform a special concert titled 'An Evening of Songs & Stories' in Estonia on July 8, marking his debut in the country.

Feb 11 • 09:04 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

John Legend will perform in Tartu this summer

John Legend is set to perform in Tartu, Estonia, on July 8 as part of his "An Evening of Songs & Stories" tour.

Feb 11 • 08:21 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

UNIQUE EXPERIENCE: Silver-voiced John Legend gives an emotional concert in Estonia

John Legend is set to perform an intimate and emotional concert in Tartu, Estonia, on July 8, as part of his 'An Evening of Songs & Stories' tour.

Feb 11 • 08:11 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Music world pays tribute to Ghanaian highlife legend Ebo Taylor

Tributes have been expressed globally following the death of Ghanaian highlife icon Ebo Taylor, who significantly influenced modern popular music in West Africa.

Feb 10 • 07:42 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ghana’s highlife legend Ebo Taylor dies, music world mourns

Tributes have flooded in for Ghanaian highlife legend Ebo Taylor following his death at the age of 90.

Feb 9 • 13:08 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

How 'The Legend of Rock' Started: Documentary 'The Birth of Led Zeppelin'

A new documentary titled 'The Birth of Led Zeppelin' explores how the legendary rock band transformed the music scene with their unique sound and performance style.

Feb 9 • 09:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Fred Smith dead: Blondie legend dies aged 77 as bandmate shares tribute

Fred Smith, a musician known for his work with Blondie and Television, has passed away at the age of 77 after an illness.

Feb 7 • 15:37 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

"It's Like a Warm Light": Bob Dylan Surrendered at the Feet of a Traditional American Musician

Bob Dylan expresses deep admiration for country music legend Willie Nelson in a recent interview, showcasing his poetic description of Nelson's voice.

Feb 7 • 15:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Legend admonished Trump in front of the audience

Music legend Bruce Springsteen criticized Donald Trump's administration during a concert in New Jersey.

Feb 7 • 11:31 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

"So boring, obvious, and sad": Robert Plant was blunt about a band that got back together

Rock legend Robert Plant expressed his disapproval of reunion tours by bands like The Who, labeling them as 'boring, obvious, and sad.'

Feb 7 • 10:02 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

VIDEO: "Only the recording remains!" Kihnulais remember the departed legend with a warm memory video

Kihnu Virve, a beloved folk singer from Kihnu Island, passed away a few years ago but remains a significant figure in music and the lives of the island's people, celebrated for her numerous songs and performances.

Feb 7 • 06:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The 80th birthday of Al Green, the 'sex symbol' who became a priest after a tragedy

Soul legend Al Green turns 80 and reflects on his transformation into a priest following a tragic incident, while also releasing a new EP featuring collaborations with emerging artists like RAYE.

Feb 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Enjoy The Silence: Anton Corbijn talks about the origin of Depeche Mode's legendary pale rose

The article discusses the significance of Depeche Mode's hit single "Enjoy The Silence," released 36 years ago, and its impact on the band's rise to global stardom.

Feb 5 • 08:50 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
Life & Tech

The Legend of Gabonese Music Pierre Akendengué Gives Two Sold-Out Concerts in Libreville

Pierre Akendengué, a monumental figure in Gabonese music, performed two sold-out concerts in Libreville on January 30 and 31.

Feb 1 • 05:46 UTC
🌍 Africanews
Life & Tech

Nigerian Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti becomes first African to receive Lifetime Grammy

Fela Kuti, the Nigerian Afrobeat pioneer, will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammys, making him the first African to receive this accolade since its inception in 1963.

Jan 30 • 11:39 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

His career was falling, then he held a concert in prison. It was a return of the legend

Johnny Cash's live concert at Folsom Prison on January 13, 1968, not only revitalized his career but also marked a significant moment in music history.

Jan 13 • 08:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I paid £106 for lunch at British music legend's pub — I can sum it up in two words

A visit to the Fox and Pheasant pub in Fulham resulted in a £106 bill for a starter, two mains, and five pints, but the food was described as delicious despite the high prices.

Jan 13 • 02:26 UTC

Story in context

Loading Intelligence...

📡

Select a report from the feed to view analysis and related coverage.