As much as he made us laugh, and as much as he wanted the world to be just a little happier for a moment, I can't bring myself to write anything but express a genuine gut-wrenching pang I've felt today following the murders of Rob and Michele Singer Reiner. I did not know this man, but wow he made it feel like you did. One of the grimmest days in Hollywood in my lifetime, and I'm overcome with a true sadness that we lost Rob this way. I only just finished the most recent season of The Bear, and I couldn't help but think how great it was to see Reiner acting this kind of roll in it. There'll be a hole in Hollywood, without doubt.
I'm well aware of BEA's fondness of Reiner's work, particularly his 80s output, and I'd be lying if I didn't say The Princess Bride has flit in-and-out of being my all-time favourite film over the years, but more than anything this one shocked me on a very human level. I'm not sure what else to say. Just devastating. I know Billy Crystal was early on scene, and I just feel for the guy... this is awful, awful stuff, that you don't expect to happen to someone so openly jolly.
I hope he knew how much joy he brought to the screen, both on-camera and behind it—
Awful—
Agree with all of those sentiments. My wife and I were so taken aback when we heard earlier today. The Princess Bride is one of my favourite films of all time but more than that, whenever I heard Rob being interviewed he came across as a genuinely caring person and someone you’d really want to hang out with. Not always the case
NB - the comments by Trump following their deaths is truly disgusting. He’s hit many lows in his time but the comments today are a probably his lowest and that’s saying something. Disgusting
I am so embarrassed to be an American. What an absolute POS he is. Americans who are actually human beings do not agree with his horrific statements. We should not allow this tragedy be about Trump.
Rob Reiner has been a constant my entire life. He was maybe the first TV character I remember, from All In The Family. He did great work, and was always a positive light. One of my favorite people in Hollywood. Very sad...the entire thing is very sad. _________________ I'm leaning on the threshold
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Joe Ely never sold a lot of records, but that's not important. What is important is what an absolute force he was in the world of alternative country music. He was a member of the legendary band The Flatlanders in the early 70's along with Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Butch Hancock. His solo career began in 1977, and although he never had an album or a single reach higher than #18 on any chart, his work is very well known in the country and alt-country universes.
Ely worked with artists from all sides of music. His voice is on "Should I Stay Or Should I Go" by The Clash (Combat Rock), and the band paid tribute to him on Sandinista! with the line "Ain't no better blend than Joe Ely and his Texas Men". He worked with Springsteen. Lovett. Hiatt. Guy Clark. Uncle Tupelo. The Chieftains. He was a member of Los Super Seven. His contributions to music are far too long to list here. Joe Ely was an underrated giant.
Ely passed away in Taos, New Mexico yesterday. My friend in Taos mentioned last week that he was sick, and probably didn't have a lot of time. He leaves behind a very impressive and underappreciated library of solo albums and guest appearances. He is a huge influence on the Austin scene, and on alt-country musicians everywhere.
Joe Ely never sold a lot of records, but that's not important. What is important is what an absolute force he was in the world of alternative country music. He was a member of the legendary band The Flatlanders in the early 70's along with Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Butch Hancock. His solo career began in 1977, and although he never had an album or a single reach higher than #18 on any chart, his work is very well known in the country and alt-country universes.
Ely worked with artists from all sides of music. His voice is on "Should I Stay Or Should I Go" by The Clash (Combat Rock), and the band paid tribute to him on Sandinista! with the line "Ain't no better blend than Joe Ely and his Texas Men". He worked with Springsteen. Lovett. Hiatt. Guy Clark. Uncle Tupelo. The Chieftains. He was a member of Los Super Seven. His contributions to music are far too long to list here. Joe Ely was an underrated giant.
Ely passed away in Taos, New Mexico yesterday. My friend in Taos mentioned last week that he was sick, and probably didn't have a lot of time. He leaves behind a very impressive and underappreciated library of solo albums and guest appearances. He is a huge influence on the Austin scene, and on alt-country musicians everywhere.
Reading this was the first that I had heard that he had passed away. So sad. I was privileged to have seen him play live late 80's / early 90's and he was great live. A great artist, performer and songwriter.
I hadn't appreciated that he was on Should I Stay...... Top bloke
Ken Downie of The Black Dog (also known at times as Black Dog Productions) has passed away. One of Warp’s quintessential artists, his influence on the label and on electronic music as a whole is immeasurable. He also contributed a track to Warp’s legendary Artificial Intelligence compilation under the I.A.O. moniker. Truly a great talent. Rest in peace. _________________ Overall chart Fake overall chart
such a shock to hear of the passing of the great Chris Rea at the age of 74.
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Agree, very sad day.
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RIP Chris Rea
March 4, 1951 - December 22, 2025
One of my favorite artists.
Today is considered the first day of astronomical winter.
One of my favorite songs by him.
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