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R.I.P. Alex Chilton

Sad news about the passing of Memphis rock icon Alex Chilton via commercialappeal.com: The singer and guitarist, best known as a member of ’60s pop-soul act the Box Tops and the ’70s power-pop act Big Star, died today at a hospital in New Orleans. Chilton, 59, had been complaining of about his health earlier today. He [...]

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01:40 on March 18 2010

Alex Chilton R.I.P.

Pitchfork — Crushing news today from the Memphis Commercial Appeal: Alex Chilton, the legendary singer, songwriter, and performer, died today. Chilton was in New Orleans and was sche... more info
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01:37 on March 18 2010

R.I.P. Alex Chilton

Stereogum — Sad news about the passing of Memphis rock icon Alex Chilton via commercialappeal.com: The singer and guitarist, best known as a member of ’60s pop-soul act the Box Top... more info
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