Consequence of Sound — During The Killers first performance since The Cars frontman's death, they honored him with a joyous tribute. The Killers honor “king” Ric Ocasek with cover of “My Best Friend’s Girl”: Watch wrengraves more info

Stereogum — The Cars released their self-titled debut album in 1978, when new wave had not yet become a commercial force. In a way, the Cars invented the truly pop version of new wave -- the efficient, commercial, eternally catchy version of the genre that could... more info

USA Today Music — In the days since Eddie Money and Ric Ocasek's deaths, the men's music has seen a bump in sales from grieving fans.             more info

Consequence of Sound — An unused cover recorded for a TV show that never made it to air. Blink-182’s Mark Hoppus shares “moody” cover of The Cars’ “Just What I Need”: Stream Ben Kaye more info

Stereogum — Many musicians paid tribute to Ric Ocasek, who died at age 75 on Sunday, by sharing their memories and tales via social media of how the Cars frontman and celebrated producer had influenced them. Blink-182's Mark Hoppus remembered Ocasek as well, but... more info

Consequence of Sound — They've certainly made Adam Sandler cooler. 10 Songs By The Cars That Made Films Better Michael Roffman more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — The Cars frontman, who died Sunday at age 75, crafted such perfect songs and eye-catching videos that the band's hits have become rock classics. more info

USA Today Music — Ric Ocasek's family has issued a statement about The Cars frontman's death. Paula Porizkova, the rocker's estranged wife, posted to Instagram Monday.             more info

Consequence of Sound — The 75-year-old rock pioneer and producer passed away on Sunday. The Cars’ Ric Ocasek died from heart disease Alex Young more info

USA Today Music — New York police have confirmed to USA TODAY that Ric Ocasek of The Cars was found dead Sunday by a family member.             more info