Music Stars We Lost in 2014

A look back at the artists who crossed over this year.

See You at the Crossroads - As 2014 comes to an end, let's take a look back at some of the stars we lost this year who left an everlasting impact on the world of music.(Photos from left: Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images, Martin Godwin/Getty Images, PNP / WENN)
Frankie Knuckles - Dubbed the "Godfather of House," Frankie Knuckles, 59, reportedly died from complications brought on by Type II diabetes on March 31. Born in 1959, the Grammy Award-winning pioneer launched his DJ career while spinning soul, disco and R&B music at popular clubs in New York City and later Chicago. Roots drummer Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson tweeted, "jesus man. Frankie Knuckles was so under-appreciated. he was the dj that dj's inspired to be. true dance pioneer."(Photo: Claire Greenway/Getty Images)
/content/dam/betcom/images/2014/04/Music-04-16-04-30/042814-music-dj-rashad.jpgRodney 'DJ E-Z Rock' Bryce - Rodney 'DJ E-Z Rock' Bryce, of "It Takes Two" fame, died at age 46 on April 27. The cause of death was not disclosed. As one-half of the hip hop duo Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock, the performer achieved critical acclaim with their above mentioned single and "Joy and Pain." The duo also released three albums, two of which achieved platinum and gold status, respectively, and another hit single. "R.I.P. to EZ Rock from Rob Base and EZ Rock," tweeted Biz Markie, who broke the news. "You will truly be missed."(Photo: Kevin Mazur/WireImage)

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See You at the Crossroads - As 2014 comes to an end, let's take a look back at some of the stars we lost this year who left an everlasting impact on the world of music.(Photos from left: Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images, Martin Godwin/Getty Images, PNP / WENN)

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