David Johansen, the wiry, gravelly-voiced singer and last surviving member of the glam and protopunk band the New York Dolls, has died
David Johansen, the gravelly-voiced singer and last surviving member of the influential punk and glam band the New York Dolls, has died at 75. Known for his alter ego Buster Poindexter, Johansen was a key figure in the band's groundbreaking style and music. The New York Dolls, though never commercially successful, left a lasting impact on the punk and glam movements. Johansen passed away in New York City, and the band reunited in 2004 for the Meltdown Festival, leading to further albums.
