Rock legend, David Crosby, passed away this week at the age of 81. He was a singer-songwriter-guitarist and a founding member of two popular 1960 rock bands, the Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash.
During their career as a band, they had 2 Grammy Awards with 4 nominations and were also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Legend Bob Dylan described Crosby as “a colorful and unpredictable character...had a beautiful voice - an architect of harmony.”
The country music industry quickly took to social media to honor the late legend.
Darius Rucker
We were recording Cracked Rearview and a friend said she knew David Crosby.Sure enough we were finishing the record and one day she walks in with him. He was so awesome to hang with. Then he sang on Hold My Hand and took it to a greater level. God rest his soul.Thank u man! pic.twitter.com/vWhtZnb1N0
— Darius Rucker (@dariusrucker) January 20, 2023
Brian Wilson
I don’t know what to say other than I’m heartbroken to hear about David Crosby. David was an unbelievable talent - such a great singer and songwriter. And a wonderful person. I just am at a loss for words. Love & Mercy to David’s family and friends. Love, Brian pic.twitter.com/Hjht7LeGiv
— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) January 19, 2023
Margo Price
"not bad... for a bunch of white kids..." - David Crosby after he saw me and my band perform our set at the Philadelphia Folk Fest
— Margo Price (@MissMargoPrice) January 20, 2023
thanks for the songs croz, gonna blast Cowboy Movie and do a j your honor tonight ✌🏽 pic.twitter.com/9vM7xyEpuS
Jason Isbell
Grateful for the time we had with David Crosby. We’ll miss him a lot.
— Jason Isbell (@JasonIsbell) January 19, 2023
Graham Nash, who went his separate ways from the band, paid tribute to his “brother” on social media.
David was fearless in life and in music. He leaves behind a tremendous void as far as sheer personality and talent in this world.
— Graham Nash (@WgrahamNash) January 19, 2023
I'm lucky to be friends with such an amazing man. RIP Brother ❤️🕯️ pic.twitter.com/aDPYIWjx3B
Story via PBS News Hour
