Debra Byrd, who had a long and varied career in music, mostly behind-the-scenes, died on Tuesday, March 5, in Los Angeles. She was 72. No cause of death was given. Byrd’s career is a reminder that ...

Vocal coach Debra Byrd attends Fox's "American Idol" Finalist Party on March 3, 2011 in Los Angeles, California - Credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images The music community is mourning the death of ...

The music community is mourning the death of influential figure Debra Byrd, who died on March 5 at the age of 72. Throughout her decades-long career, the singer performed alongside Barry Manilow and ...