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RIP Ellie Greenwich http://www.nme.com/news/various-artists/46936
Rock'n'roll songwriter Ellie Greenwich dies Ellie Greenwich, the singer-songwriter who wrote many classic 1960s rock'n'roll songs, has reportedly died aged 69. Her death was reported on Theatermania.com, although the cause has not been revealed. Greenwich wrote hits including 'Da Doo Ron Ron', 'Be My Baby' and 'Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)'. She was inducted into the Songwriters' Hall Of Fame in 1991. She formed a musical partnership with her husband, Jeff Barry, writing songs for acts including The Ronettes, The Crystals and The Exciters. The couple separated in 1965 but continued to write music together, including writing for Neil Diamond. Other artists to have recorded versions of songs written by Greenwich include Elton John, Tina Turner and U2. http://blogs.villagevoice.com/music/archives/2009/08/rip_ellie_green.php [Edited 8/26/09 10:52am] "The first time I saw the cover of Dirty Mind in the early 80s I thought, 'Is this some drag queen ripping on Freddie Prinze?'" - Some guy on The Gear Page | |
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She wrote so many great songs. RIP | |
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Sorry 2 hear this. What a great talent. **--••--**--••**--••--**--••**--••--**--••**--••-
U 'gon make me shake my doo loose! http://www.twitter.com/nivlekbrad | |
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