Joe Ely, Texas Country-Rock Hero Who Grew His Fan Base Touring With the Clash, Dies at 78
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- Joe Ely, the influential singer-songwriter known for blending rock and country music, passed away at the age of 78 due to complications from Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson’s disease, and pneumonia. His family announced that he died at his home in Taos, New Mexico, on Monday.
- Ely's death marks the loss of a pivotal figure in the Texas music scene, who gained prominence in the 1980s and expanded his fan base through touring with the iconic band The Clash. His contributions to music helped bridge genres and influenced a generation of artists.
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