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Roy Trakin

Roy Trakin

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Senior News Editor, All Access

Los Angeles

Biography

ROY TRAKIN is a pop culture critic, rock aficionado, published author, TV pundit, radio host and former lead singer for the legendary punk group The Geeks, not to mention diehard Mets/Knicks/Jets fan who has written for every music magazine that matters, and many that have disappeared from the face of the earth, starting out with the Soho Weekly News, and including, among others, New York Rocker, Musician, Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, HITS, VARIETY and POLLSTAR. He recently cremated his younger sister Janet and spread her ashes in the Pacific Ocean before a Mavis Staples concert.

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Total articles 782

  • NYC Green Light's Forest Hills Stadium Summer Concert Series

    By Roy Trakin Verified| Pollstar Verified Forest Hills Stadium, the fabled Queens, NY, venue which hosted legendary concerts by the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Talking Heads, Bob Dylan, Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, and even the Monkees, with opening act Jimi Hendrix, is back in business for the summer. This after receiving conditional approval from the city of New York and Mayor Eric Adams to proceed with its 2025 slate despite some community opposition.

    By Roy Trakin Verified · Pollstar

    Apr. 15, 2025

  • Clem Burke, Blondie Drummer, Dies at 70

    By Lexy Perez Verified, Roy Trakin Verified| The Hollywood Reporter Verified Clem Burke, famed drummer for Blondie, died on Sunday, April 6. He was 70 years old. The official Blondie account announced the news of Burke’s death on Monday writing, “It is with profound sadness that we relay news of the passing of our beloved friend and bandmate Clem Burke following a private battle with cancer. Clem was not just a drummer; he was the heartbeat of Blondie.

    By Lexy Perez Verified, Roy Trakin Verified · The Hollywood Reporter

    Apr. 07, 2025

  • Clem Burke, Blondie Drummer, Dies at 70

    By Lexy Perez Verified, Roy Trakin Verified| Yahoo Entertainment Verified Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key TakeawaysClem Burke, famed drummer for Blondie, died on Sunday, April 6. He was 70 years old.

    By Lexy Perez Verified, Roy Trakin Verified · Yahoo Entertainment

    Apr. 07, 2025

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All Access

Netspend is a financial services company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in prepaid debit card solutions. Founded in 1999 by brothers Bertrand and Roy Sosa, the company has grown from humble beginnings to become a significant player in the fintech industry. After going public in 2010 and being acquired by TSYS in 2013, Netspend became part of Global Payments following a merger in 2019. In 2023, it was reacquired by Rêv Worldwide and merged into Ouro, focusing on embedded financial services. Netspend offers general-purpose reloadable prepaid debit cards that operate on Visa and Mastercard networks. Users can manage their funds without needing traditional bank accounts. The company provides various services, including customizable prepaid card programs for businesses, solutions for payroll and gig economy payments, and options for funding through direct deposits and retail partners. Netspend has partnered with notable brands like PayPal, Western Union, Major League Baseball, and Walmart, enhancing its reach and service offerings. The company aims to promote financial inclusion, particularly for underbanked populations.

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Founded: 1999