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Famed Producer David Brown dies

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

Helen Gurley Brown & David BrownAward-winning film and theatre producer David Brown died Monday in his New York home after a long illness. He was 93.

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Singer-Songwriter Kenny Rankin dies

Tuesday, June 9th, 2009

RankinSinger-songwriter Kenny Rankin died Sunday as a result of complications related to lung cancer. He was 69. An acclaimed New York-based talent, Rankin, perhaps, was known first for his guitar on Bob Dylan’s 1965 album Bringing It All Back Home. Additionally, Rankin is also famous for his song writing, including “Peaceful” (Helen Reddy), “Haven’t We Met” (Carmen McRae and Mel Torme), and “In the Name of Love” (Peggy Lee).

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