Releasing a brief but potent body of work in the 1970s, Davis' image and sound influenced a generation.
Johnson's 1967 hit "Different Strokes" was used by a number of Hip-Hop notables via sampling.
According to a report, Meatloaf passed away on Thursday (Jan. 20) with his family and friends close by.
Talley was battling a long-term illness, according to still-developing reports.
The cause of death remains unknown, and many of Sad Frosty's peers took to Twitter to mourn him.
Mtume was behind the massive "Juicy Fruit" hit, famously sampled by The Notorious B.I.G.'s "Juicy" smash.
According to his manager, Traxamillion contended with a rare form of cancer for years.
Born Maxwell Banks, the Howard University graduate was also a designer and sculptor among other pursuits.
On New Year's Eve (Dec. 31), the veteran actress passed away at the age of 99.
The Hall of Fame figure led the Oakland Raiders to a Super Bowl championship and is perhaps best known for the award-winning video game series that carries his name.
The prolific public intellectual has died, with reactions surfacing online reflecting on her lasting legacy.
Shakespeare was a noted bassist who worked alongside reggae legends such as Bob Marley and Peter Tosh and lent his talents to the works of The Rolling Stones and more.
