David Crosby was a singer, songwriter and guitarist. He founded both The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash, earning him a place in music history.
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David Crosby, a rock icon who rose to fame in the 1960s as a founding member of both The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash (later known as Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young), has died. He was 81.
Crosby's wife Jan Dance announced his death Thursday in a statement to Variety. A source close to Crosby confirmed the news to Rolling Stone.
"It is with great sadness after a long illness that our beloved David (Croz) Crosby has passed away," the statement says. "He was lovingly surrounded by his wife and soulmate Jan and son Django. Although he is no longer here with us, his humanity and kind soul will continue to guide and inspire us.
"His legacy will continue to live on through his legendary music. Peace, love, and harmony to all who knew David and those he touched. We will miss him dearly."
She thanked fans for their love and asked for privacy "as we grieve and try to deal with our profound loss."
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Rest in peace, Mr.Crosby
I can’t believe it, David Crosby has died! how sad 🙁 Rest in Peace Croz, your music will live forever
Giants are dropping like flies lately. Its not unexpected but we just don;t want it to happen.
Am speechless. Had the honor of hearing,his life story and meeting him in 89..Was the main speaker at a AA club. RiP. Thanks for your gift.
You’re speechless because an old man died? Ok.
@A Fridge Too Far Too bad *you’re* not speechless. Wow.
@Just Me I’m sorry he died, but it’s not exactly a tragedy.
hes been stoned and fat since he was 10 im shocked he lived as long as he did it just shows you can buy life with enough money
Really sad news. 🥺 My prayers and love for healing go out to his family and friends! 🙏❤️
The world was such a better place yesterday😢With David so did an entire musical era…Such a great voice, at least we have his music forever
Hugely talented – beautiful vocals ! love Long Time gone and Wooden Ships RIP❤️
Cros,
I bought your book “Long Time Gone” back in 1988 and had a great time reading it over and over again. What fantastic stories you were able to tell!
You will be missed.
I only wish I had a nautical “so-long” for you.
RIP.
What a magical person, a truly Great musician with a wonderful heart, beautiful voice and magnificent series of albums.He evolved so much into a most profound thinker and composer, RIP David Crosby you have earned it.
RIP Mr David Crosby. Your musical talent will always be remembered for your contribution to the “rock and roll” nation. Prayers and blessings to your family and friends.
R.I.P. He was a huge contributor to rock and roll. I was 11 when “Mr Tambourine Man” and “Turn Turn Turn” came out and what memories the Byrds really left on their listeners. The last 30 years was somewhat borrowed time for him but he beat the odds and persevered. Still got much of the music in the collection.
RIP David Crosby. You were a part of the soundtrack of my life. Thank you for the music and thank you for making it so good. ❤
David Crosby was not only a musician but an icon. R.I.P . He will be missed but his music lives on !😢
He lived about 30 miles from here and was a long-time VW Bus driver like me. When I lived in Australia for a year you couldn’t help but look up into the dark night sky and listen to the words of his song Southern Cross dance thru your head. He was also an activist, including his campaign to have the first gas station in the State of California (right near his house where he filled up at) turned into a historical landmark. RIP David. You were one of a kind.
Thank you for your music David. It’s been an important part of my life’s mosaic. One that would have been incomplete without you. I can almost see you in the distance. Will catch up soon enough. Peace…
Teach the children well. RIP
David
God bless such a talented soul.
Amazing he lived this long quite honestly.
You will be missed David Crosby but We have Your Music and forever remember the contributions You made to the Music industry!!
God Bless You , David! 🙏🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸
RIP David,my unforgettable music hero.Thank you for the Music.
One of the greatest american musicians of all the times.
The folk Rock music is crying.
Rest in peace
Your music will always be in my heart David Crosby. 😢 My heart is officially broken. Godspeed.