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The man who wrote Tarmo Pihlapi's biggest hit has died

Singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86; he is known for hits like 'Lion Sleeps Tonight', 'Amarillo', and 'Oh Carol'.

Mar 1 โ€ข 10:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Sayf second place in Sanremo, integration between singer-songwriter and rap on the podium

Sayf, a young artist loved by the new generation, achieved second place at the Sanremo Festival with his song 'Tu mi piaci tanto' and a popular cover of 'Hit the Road Jack.'

Mar 1 โ€ข 01:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

Neil Sedaka, singer, songwriter and pop hitmaker dies at 86

Neil Sedaka, the renowned singer and songwriter, has passed away at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of beloved pop hits.

Feb 28 โ€ข 15:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The iconic singer Neil Sedaka has died

American singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his classic rock and roll hits, has passed away at the age of 86.

Feb 28 โ€ข 12:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka has died

Singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86, known for his hits like 'Breaking Up Is Hard to Do' and 'Laughter in the Rain.'

Feb 28 โ€ข 07:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น 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 โ€ข 03:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ 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 rockโ€™nโ€™roll legend.

Feb 28 โ€ข 02:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ RNZ World
National & Local

Singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka dies at 86

American singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka has died at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of hit songs and contributions to the music industry.

Feb 28 โ€ข 01:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

Neil Sedaka, iconic 1960s pop singer and songwriter, dies at 86

American pop singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86 in the United States.

Feb 28 โ€ข 00:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
World

Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has died

American singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has died at the age of 86.

Feb 28 โ€ข 00:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
World

Breaking: Neil Sedaka, singer of Breaking Up Is Hard To Do, dies aged 86

American singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86, according to a statement from his family.

Feb 27 โ€ข 23:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Neil Sedaka, Breaking Up Is Hard To Do singer and pop song hitmaker, dies aged 86

Neil Sedaka, renowned singer-songwriter famous for hits such as 'Breaking Up Is Hard to Do' and 'Calendar Girl', has passed away at the age of 86.

Feb 27 โ€ข 23:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
World

Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has died

Legendary singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86, leaving a legacy of music that touched millions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 22:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 22:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka has died

American singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at 86 years old, as confirmed by his family.

Feb 27 โ€ข 22:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Neil Sedaka, singer and songwriter star in the 1960s, dies at 86

Neil Sedaka, the renowned American singer and songwriter, has passed away at the age of 86, confirmed by a publicist.

Feb 27 โ€ข 22:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ 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 โ€ข 22:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

The songwriter Neil Sedaka (86) has died

Pop artist and songwriter Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86, as confirmed by his family.

Feb 27 โ€ข 22:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

The songwriter Neil Sedaka (86) has died

Songwriter and pop artist Neil Sedaka has passed away at the age of 86, as confirmed by his family.

Feb 27 โ€ข 22:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

At the presentation of the Liepa album โ€“ a large gathering of famous friends: the songs debuted live

Lithuanian artist Liepa Norkeviฤienฤ— presents her new album, 'Pradลพia', marking her evolution as a songwriter and her commitment to authentic musical expression.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Mazzariello, an ironic journey to the Ariston: singing in front of laundries and bars before the festival

Young singer-songwriter Mazzariello performs in front of local laundries and bars in a playful lead-up to the Sanremo festival.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

TMW QUESTIONNAIRE โŸฉ Eleryn Tiit: I believe that all knowledge and lessons have come at exactly the right time

Eleryn Tiit, a talented Estonian songwriter and engaging artist, shares her thoughts and insights in an interview about her musical journey and the influences that shape her work.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

'Noel Gallagher is worthy of huge BRIT Awards win,' says former nominee Kenny Thomas

Kenny Thomas praises Noel Gallagher's recognition as Songwriter of the Year at the BRIT Awards while reflecting on the significance of the event.

Feb 24 โ€ข 06:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

From playing with Lowrdez of Bandana to acoustic performances for 'singing while looking into the eyes'

Argentinian artist Enloquecer, born Soledad Di Bartolomeo, embraces her true essence as a singer-songwriter, using music as a personal outlet since childhood.

Feb 23 โ€ข 21:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Kany Garcรญa will tour more than 15 countries on her ambitious 2026 tour that will pass through Ecuador

Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Kany Garcรญa will begin her international tour in April 2026, covering over 30 concert dates across Latin America and Europe, including Ecuador.

Feb 23 โ€ข 21:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Tetรช Espรญndola holds a special Women's Day show at Sesc

Singer-songwriter Tetรช Espรญndola is set to perform a special show titled 'Tetรช Entre Elas' on International Women's Day at Sesc Belenzinho in Brazil.

Feb 22 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Steve Perry: Is he finally ready to return to Journey?

Singer-songwriter Steve Perry firmly states that he does not intend to rejoin his former band Journey, despite ongoing speculation online.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Skรฅne songwriter Anderz Wrethov behind several finalists in Melodifestivalen

Anderz Wrethov, a prominent songwriter, is competing with three potential entries in this year's Melodifestivalen after previously representing Sweden in Eurovision.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Riccardo Cocciante turns 80 and returns with a new album

Celebrated Italian singer-songwriter Riccardo Cocciante releases a new single, 'Ho vent'anni con te,' on his 80th birthday, heralding an upcoming album that marks his return to music after two decades.

Feb 20 โ€ข 09:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Eddie Brock, from TikTok to Sanremo: 'My name is inspired by superheroes, but I will sing about fragility'

Eddie Brock, a Roman singer-songwriter, reflects on his journey from TikTok fame to competing in the Sanremo Music Festival with his song 'Avvoltoi.'

Feb 20 โ€ข 07:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Rubรฉn Martรญn, singer-songwriter and composer of Camela: "They are an anthem of Spain, but their value has not been recognized until it was the only option left"

Rubรฉn Martรญn discusses his family's influence, his father's health, and his upcoming tribute to the music group Camela.

Feb 19 โ€ข 23:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Singer-songwriter Park Ki-young Appointed as Professor at Dongduk Women's University Department of Practical Music

Singer-songwriter Park Ki-young has been appointed as a professor at Dongduk Women's University starting from the 2026 academic year.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Quito beats to the rhythm of Alejandro Sanz: everything you need to know about the concert at Atahualpa Stadium

The concert for Spanish singer-songwriter Alejandro Sanz in Quito is set for Thursday, February 19, at Atahualpa Stadium, with final preparations underway after a rainy holiday weekend.

Feb 18 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Vladimรญr Merta is preparing a concert and a new album Sky Doesn't Wait. He will celebrate his 80th birthday.

Czech songwriter Vladimรญr Merta will celebrate his 80th birthday with a concert and the release of a new album titled 'Sky Doesn't Wait' in Prague.

Feb 18 โ€ข 13:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Vincenzo Dโ€™Agostino, the 'Mogol of Neomelodic Music', Has Died at 64

Vincenzo Dโ€™Agostino, a prominent Italian songwriter renowned for his contributions to neomelodic music, has passed away at the age of 64 in Naples due to respiratory issues linked to lung cancer.

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Grammy-winning songwriter dies at 75

Billy Steinberg, a celebrated Grammy-winning songwriter, passed away at his home in Brentwood, Los Angeles, just before his 76th birthday.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Billy Steinberg, composer of 'Like a Virgin', 'True Colors', and 'Eternal Flame', has passed away

Grammy-winning songwriter Billy Steinberg, known for hits like 'Like a Virgin' and 'True Colors', has died at the age of 75 in Los Angeles.

Feb 17 โ€ข 20:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

He was 75 years old. Billy Steinberg, composer of some of the biggest hits of the 80s, such as Like a Virgin and True Colors, has died

Billy Steinberg, a renowned American songwriter famous for his 80s hits, has passed away at 75 due to cancer.

Feb 17 โ€ข 15:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Billy Steinberg, composer of 'Like a Virgin' and 'True Colors', the anthems of Madonna and Cyndi Lauper that marked the 80s

Billy Steinberg, the Grammy-winning composer behind iconic 80s songs like 'Like a Virgin' and 'True Colors', has passed away at 75 in Los Angeles.

Feb 17 โ€ข 15:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

The author of Madonna and Cyndi Lauper's hits, Billy Steinberg, has died

Billy Steinberg, the acclaimed American songwriter known for hits like Madonna's 'Like a Virgin' and Cyndi Lauper's 'True Colors', has passed away at the age of 75 after battling cancer.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Billie Steinberg, author of major hits for Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, and others, has passed away

Billie Steinberg, renowned songwriter behind many 1980s and 1990s pop hits, has died after a battle with cancer.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The 1980s hitmaker, who was also the author of Madonna's biggest hit, has died

Billy Steinberg, the renowned songwriter known for iconic 1980s and 1990s hits, has passed away at the age of 74 after a long battle with cancer.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Songwriter Billy Steinberg has died

American songwriter Billy Steinberg has passed away at 75, as confirmed by his attorney to the BBC.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Billy Steinberg has died

Grammy-winning songwriter Billy Steinberg has passed away at his home in Brentwood, Los Angeles, after battling cancer.

Feb 17 โ€ข 09:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Billy Steinberg, songwriter of hits for Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, and Cรฉline Dion, has died

Billy Steinberg, a prominent American songwriter known for his hits in the 1980s and 1990s, has passed away at the age of 75 after a long battle with cancer.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Grammy-winning songwriter Billy Steinberg dies aged 75

Billy Steinberg, the Grammy-winning songwriter known for hits like Madonna's 'Like a Virgin', has passed away at the age of 75 after battling cancer.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

The songwriter behind hits like 'Like A Virgin' and 'True Colors' has died

A new campaign by Region Zealand aims to recruit young individuals into health-related education by showcasing 20 different health programs.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Billy Steinberg dead: Like A Virgin songwriter dies days before birthday

Billy Steinberg, the Grammy Award-winning songwriter known for hits like 'Like A Virgin,' has passed away at the age of 75 after a battle with cancer.

Feb 17 โ€ข 07:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Tredici Pietro, the singer-songwriter born from rap. "They mostly sell fear to Gen Z"

Tredici Pietro, also known as Pietro Morandi, is an emerging singer-songwriter who will perform at the Sanremo Festival with his surprise hit 'Uomo che cade,' which challenges the norm in pop music.

Feb 17 โ€ข 07:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Billy Steinberg dead: Songwriter behind Madonna's Like A Virgin dies after cancer battle

Billy Steinberg, the Grammy Award-winning songwriter known for hits like Madonna's 'Like A Virgin', has passed away after a battle with cancer.

Feb 17 โ€ข 06:31 UTC

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