What chronic illness did Paul O'Neill have?

Shortly after he was found dead, band members announced that O'Neill died of a "chronic illness." According to his autopsy, he suffered from hypertensive cardiovascular disease and coronary atherosclerosis, as well as tinnitus, TMJ disorder and a neurological disorder called "prosopagnosia," which made it difficult for ...
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Which members of TSO have died?

Malcolm Gold (2001) Johnny Lee Middleton (1999–2000, 2002–) David Z (2000–2006, 2010–2016; Died 2017)
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Who is the founder of TSO?

Trans-Siberian Orchestra was formed in 1996 by Paul O'Neill who immediately approached long time friends and collaborators Robert Kinkel, Jon Oliva and Al Pitrelli to form a core writing team.
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How much do TSO performers make?

It is safe to say that each member of the group earns a very comfortable salary. Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) is an American rock band that was founded in 1996 in Los Angeles by Paul O'Neill. TSO players earn an annual salary of $56,240 after 40 weeks of work. A weekly salary of $1,675 is paid for 40 weeks of work.
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Where did TSO get their name?

O'Neill called the act “Trans-Siberian Orchestra,” after the railroad in Siberia, a symbol of hope in a harsh, unforgiving place, he says. Success wasn't immediate, but record-label support in those days was often stronger than it is today.
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Who died in the Four Seasons group?

“It is with great sadness that we learned that our dear bandmate, Joe Long, has passed away,” said Four Seasons members Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio in a statement on social media. “We send our deepest condolences to his family, friends and fans.
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Who recently died from Paul Revere and the Raiders?

LOS ANGELES - Paul Revere, the organist and leader of the Raiders rock band, has died. He was 76. Roger Hart, manager for Paul Revere and the Raiders, said he died Saturday at his home in Garden Valley, Idaho, from cancer.
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What is Paul Revere's real name?

Born in Boston's North End on December 21, 1734, Paul Revere was the son of Apollos Rivoire, a French Huguenot (Protestant) immigrant, and Deborah Hichborn, daughter of a local artisan family. Rivoire, born in France in 1702, changed his name to Paul Revere some time after immigrating.
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Why did Nicky leave the Four Seasons?

When he tired of touring, Massi quit the band, but he continued his career in music. He worked as an arranger, vocal coach, and engineer in numerous New Jersey studios, with bands such as the Baby Toys, the Carmels, and the Victorians.
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Is Danny DeVito related to Tommy DeVito?

A lot of people ask, “Is Tommy DeVito related to Danny DeVito?” No, Tommy DeVito and Danny DeVito are not related.
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What singer died in the bathtub?

Singer Aaron Carter, 34, Found Dead In Bathtub At California Home.
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Who gave up their seat on the plane the day the music died?

READ MORE: The Day the Music Died: Rock's Great Tragedy

However, Richardson, who had the flu, convinced Holly's band member Waylon Jennings to give up his seat, and Ritchie Valens won a coin toss for another seat on the plane.
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What singer died in an elevator?

Music icon Prince was pronounced dead shortly after being found unresponsive in an elevator in his Paisley Park compound in Minneapolis.
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Are Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio still friends?

The story is well-balanced, and the songs just jump out so well.” At 75, Gaudio is still close friends with Valli and remains quite involved in casting the show. “Frankie always says that I know more about him than he does, so whenever we're casting that role, I spend a few days with them in the studio.
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Why did Frankie Valli cancel his show?

Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons show canceled due to 'unanticipated medical procedure' The release cites "unforeseen circumstances" leading to the cancelation of the show scheduled for Jan. 14 at 7:00 p.m.
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Did Frankie Valli lose his hearing?

Frankie Valli

The lead singer of the Four Seasons, Valli dealt with worsening hearing loss until surgery in 1980 made a radical difference in his hearing. According to Valli his hearing improved by over 50% in both ears.
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What happened to the original Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons?

Where are The Four Seasons original members now? Frankie Valli celebrated his 87th birthday in 2021, and is still performing with the band. Bob Gaudio turned 79 in 2021, and is generally retired, but still appears at various Four Seasons-related events. Tommy DeVito died in 2020 at the age of 92.
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What year did Tommy DeVito leave the Four Seasons?

Mr. DeVito had moved to Las Vegas decades ago after leaving the Four Seasons in 1970.
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Who actually completed Paul Revere's ride?

Forced to limp into the moonlit night, he receded into obscurity, and Dawes lost his horse, although he managed to scare the soldiers away. So of the three, only Prescott finished the midnight ride.
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What were Paul Revere's most famous words?

6. His most famous quote was fabricated. Paul Revere never shouted the legendary phrase later attributed to him (“The British are coming!”) as he passed from town to town. The operation was meant to be conducted as discreetly as possible since scores of British troops were hiding out in the Massachusetts countryside.
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