While death is inevitably a part of life, that truth doesn’t make it any easier to say goodbye to those who have died. We look back at some of the greats who passed away in 2023.
We are sad to report that Isaac "Ike" Wiley, drummer and co-founder of the legendary funk group The Dazz Band, has passed away at the age of 69. The official Facebook page of the band confirmed his passing on Sunday, April 23: "The Dazz Band is saddened to learn about the recent passing of our original amazing, talented and gifted drummer, Mr. Ike Wiley. Sending our love, prayers, and wishes for comfort to his family, as we hold each other up on this day. May he rest in paradise."
