David Crosby – a singer, songwriter and musician known for his work as part of the Byrds and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, as well as his solo work – has died at age 81.
According to Variety, his wife provided the outlet with a statement about the rock legend’s death.
“It is with great sadness after a long illness, that our beloved David (Croz) Crosby has passed away. He was lovingly surrounded by his wife and soulmate Jan and son Django,” it read.
“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. At this time, we respectfully and kindly ask for privacy as we grieve and try to deal with our profound loss. Thank you for the love and prayers.”
Crosby was active on Twitter until this week. One of his last tweets was about The Beatles' song “Eleanor Rigby”.
In 2020, Audacy reported that Crosby apologized to fellow Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young member Neil Young via Twitter after the band members had a falling out.
Per his website biography, Crosby was a native of California and a folk-rock pioneer with a career that spanned six decades. Variety noted that he was an influential figure in 1960s rock.
Crosby's groundbreaking work included being a founding member of the Byrds in the mid-60s. The band popularized the folk-rock genre with songs like "Turn, Turn, Turn" and "Mr. Tambourine Man."
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In 1969, he helped form the influential folk-rock band Crosby, Stills and Nash which won the Grammy in 1970 for best new artist, and later became Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. His songwriting contributions to the band include such songs as "Wooden Ships" and "Guinnevere."
Though he battled substance abuse issues, Crosby's journey of sobriety helped influence countless others in their individual battles.
In 2009, Crosby was inducted into the prestigious Songwriters Hall of Fame. He is a two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee.
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