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Legend Lost: David Crosby dies at 81

By Larry Philpot on January 19, 2023

**David Crosby performs with Crosby Stills and Nash at the Louisville Palace in Louisville Kentucky, March 8, 2014 (Photo Credit: Larry Philpot)**

David Crosby, the legendary musician and songwriter, passed away at the age of 81. He was a founding member of two of the most iconic and influential bands of the 1960s and 1970s, The Byrds and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.

Crosby began his career in the music industry in the early 1960s as a member of The Byrds, a band known for blending folk, rock, and country music. With The Byrds, he co-wrote and sang on several hit songs, including “Eight Miles High” and “Why.” In 1969, he formed the supergroup Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young with Stephen Stills, Graham Nash, and Neil Young. The band released several successful albums and hit songs, including “Ohio,” “Suite: Judy Blue Eyes,” and “Teach Your Children.”

Crosby’s solo career also saw success, with the release of several critically acclaimed albums, such as “If I Could Only Remember My Name,” “Crosby & Nash,” and “Wind on the Water.” He was also known for his activism, particularly in the areas of environmentalism and anti-war efforts.

Crosby’s contributions to the music industry and his influence on generations of musicians will not be forgotten.

Crosby’s partnership with Joni Mitchell was also significant, as the two were romantically involved and collaborated on several songs together, including “Guinnevere” and “Woodstock” which were both included in the album “Déjà Vu” by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. He also contributed backing vocals on some of Mitchell’s most famous tracks such as “Big Yellow Taxi” and “Free Man in Paris.”

Crosby was also close friends with Jackson Browne and they collaborated on many projects together. Some of the most notable songs they co-wrote are “Doctor My Eyes” and “The Pretender” which were both huge hits for Browne. He also sang backing vocals on several of Browne’s other hit songs such as “Running on Empty” and “Somebody’s Baby.”

Crosby’s ability to collaborate with other musicians was a key aspect of his career and he was known for his ability to bring out the best in his fellow musicians. He was a true artist who had a great impact on the music industry and will always be remembered as a legendary musician and songwriter. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and fans around the world.