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All 7 members of Okay-pop band BTS have completed army service, with Suga discharged

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All 7 members of Okay-pop band BTS have completed army service, with Suga discharged

Suga, a rapper and songwriter in the global K-pop sensation BTS, has been discharged from South Korea’s mandatory military service, marking the official return of all seven members from their enlistment duties.   The label confirmed that Suga completed his alternative service duties on Wednesday after using up his remaining leave. His official discharge date is … Read more

Sly Stone, of the enduring band Sly and the Household Stone, lifeless at age 82

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Sly Stone, of the enduring band Sly and the Household Stone, lifeless at age 82

Sylvester Stewart, who as leader of Sly and the Family Stone served up an intoxicating alchemy of soul, rock and R&B to pave the way for funk music’s heyday, has died. He was 82 years old.  The musician’s family confirmed his death in a statement shared with CBC News.  “It is with profound sadness that we … Read more