Chris Jasper, Isley Brothers singer and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, dies at 73

Singer Chris Jasper, who sang with the Isley Brothers and pursued a solo music career as well, died this week at age 73. He was recently diagnosed with cancer.

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Killing Me Softly singer Roberta Flack dies aged 88

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