Art Neville Dead – New Orleans Music Icon Dies at 81

Art Neville, a musician known for changing the music scene in New Orleans, has sadly passed away.

The 81-year-old music legend died on Monday (July 22) after years of “declining health,” according to Nola.com.

“It was peaceful,” Kent Sorrell, Neville‘s longtime manager, said. “He passed away at home with his adoring wife Lorraine by his side. He toured the world how many times, but he always came home to Valence Street.”

Art, who was known as “Poppa Funk,” was a keyboardist and singer who co-founded the Meters and the Neville Brothers.

We send our thoughts and condolences to Art‘s loved ones during this difficult time.

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