Alex Chilton Dies....

The Great Singer around the world left people behind the American singer and guitarist Alex Chilton, known for his influential work with the Box Tops and Big Star bands, has died aged 59.

Family friend John Fry said Chilton died on Wednesday at a hospital in New Orleans after experiencing what appeared to be heart problems.

Mr Fry, the owner of Memphis-based Ardent Studios, said the death "was just a sudden and unexpected event".