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Hancock receives the Polar Prize – a jazz visionary

The American jazz musician and pianist Herbie Hancock receives one of the year's three Polar Prizes. A "jazz scientist" and visionary, according to the jury, who emphasize his constant musical development.

Hancock receives the Polar Prize – a jazz visionary

Michael Cole dead – TV star in "Mod Squad"

TV star Michael Cole has passed away, 84 years old, writes New York Post. The actor was most known from the cult-acclaimed "The Mod Squad".

Michael Cole dead – TV star in "Mod Squad"

Mentioned as Oscar candidates: Completely crazy

Remember the names Emily Bear and Abigail Barlow. Right now, they are current in the big film "Vaiana 2" – and despite not having turned 30 yet, the two musicians have already achieved more than many do in a lifetime.

Mentioned as Oscar candidates: Completely crazy

Family Received Quincy Jones' Honorary Oscar

The legendary music and film producer Quincy Jones passed away just a few weeks before the Oscars gala, where he was to be awarded an honorary statue for his contributions to film. Instead, his children were present to accept the statue.

Family Received Quincy Jones' Honorary Oscar

Quincy Jones' cause of death established

The legendary music producer Quincy Jones passed away last week, 91 years old. Now his cause of death has been established.

Quincy Jones' cause of death established

Private Funeral of Quincy Jones

Music giant, star producer, and jazz musician Quincy Jones has been laid to rest in a small funeral ceremony for the closest family. A larger and more public memorial ceremony is planned for a later occasion.

Private Funeral of Quincy Jones

Kamala Harris Praises Quincy Jones

Kamala Harris joins the chorus of tributes to the late Quincy Jones. In a post on social media, the American Vice President and presidential candidate has posted a private photo of herself and the legendary music producer.

Kamala Harris Praises Quincy Jones

Quincy Jones - "A Music Superspreader"

Quincy Jones was one of the greatest producers and arrangers of all time, emphasizes music writer and critic Jan Gradvall. He sees a straight line between Gustav Mahler, Leonard Bernstein, George Martin, and Quincy Jones.

Quincy Jones - "A Music Superspreader"

Quincy Jones - Made Michael Jackson an Icon

He was the jazz trumpeter who loved Sweden and made Michael Jackson a superstar. After a long life in the service of music, Quincy Jones has passed away, 91 years old.

Quincy Jones - Made Michael Jackson an Icon

Music Legend Quincy Jones is Dead

The legendary music producer Quincy Jones has passed away. He was 91 years old.

Music Legend Quincy Jones is Dead