David Crosby, founder of The Byrds, dies at 81

Rock and roll is in mourningthis Thursday, January 19, it was announced that David Crosby, founder of the band The Byrds, died at the age of 81.

“It is with great sadness after a long illness that our beloved David (Croz) Crosby has passed away,” the musician’s family announced in a statement that was published in Variety.

“He was lovingly surrounded by his wife and soul mate Jan and his son Django. Although he is no longer here with us, his humanity and caring soul will continue to guide and inspire us. His legacy will live on through his legendary music,” the statement continued.

David Crosby’s message

“Peace, love and harmony to everyone who knew David and those he touched. He will be greatly missed. 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,” the document concluded.

Until now, no details of the death of David Crosby have been released, but fans mourned the death of the artist through social networks.

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Who was David Crosby?

David Crosby, who was born in Los Angeles, joined the Byrds in 1964, scoring his first hit with Bob Dylan’s “Mr. Tambourine Man.”

Crosby, Stills & Nash, later known as Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young when joined by musician Neil Young, were founded the following year and released a string of hits with “Marrakesh Express,” “Just a Song Before I Go ” “. Woodstock” and others.

Notably, Crosby was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame twice: once in 1991 with the Byrds and again six years later with Crosby, Stills & Nash.

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