A Tribute & Appreciation for David Crosby: 1941 - 2023

APPRECIATION: The Contrasts of David CrosbyMember of revered Woodstock-era rock trio sang like a cherub, but his life wasn't all peace and love
 (Click photo to enlarge)  "David Crosby, pictured in 2019, sang delicate harmonies while living a reckless life, making him one of the Woodstock generation's most important and paradoxical figures."by Chris Richards, Washington Post - January 21, 2023

 

The tributes and appreciation for David Crosby, who passed on Thursday at age 81, continue to flow in from around the EARTH.

From the Washington Post's APPRECIATION: The Contrasts of David Crosby by Chris Richards:

As an irritable bon vivant who mainlined jazz and cocaine to sing lullabies like a cherub in a Tiepolo painting, David Crosby made no sense. He sang supremely delicate harmonies while living a reckless life, his hedonism, skepticism, tenderness and arrogance eventually coalescing into a shoulder shrug of self awareness. On the first page of his 1988 memoir, Crosby wrote, "I know I have an ego -- opinions differ as to its health, size, and value."

Crosby was of the Age of Aquarius but not starry-eyed

by Chris Richards, Washington Post - January 21, 2023

 

The Capitol Theatre @capitoltheatre

Earlier today, before getting ready for this weekend we took a moment to listen to some Croz. His Music will live forever. Rest In Peace, David Crosby. Thank you for the memories 

 

 

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

 

A lovely voice and a lovely human being. Sincerest thanks to David Crosby for his kindness and for singing so beautifully to us all. -The Avett Brothers

 

#RingoStarr

God bless David Crosby and peace and love to all his family peace and love Ringo

Cameron Crowe

Robert Kennedy, Jr.

Tom Petty

Tom counted David Crosby as a friend and a hero. He visited often at his house in the valley. He was funny, provocative and electric with talent. His contribution to music will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and love to his family, bandmates and fans.

Neil Young on Crosby in Waging Heavy Peace 

 

 

James Taylor

"Missing you already, Croz. Love to Jan…" ~ James

Brian Jones and David Crosby, Monterey Pop Festival , 1967

 

Musician James Raymond pays tribute to birth father David Crosby

 

John Mayer shares how fans can “honor the memory” of rock legend David Crosby
 

 

The Carter Center @CarterCenter  @CarterLibrary

Sending our deepest condolences to the family of David Crosby. In this photo, President Carter meets with @thedavidcrosby @StillsStephen & Nash on 6/9/77. 

 

Photo by Henry Diltz 

Bob Dylan on David Crosby: "Crosby was a colorful and unpredictable character, wore a Mandrake the Magician cape, didn’t get along with too many people and had a beautiful voice — an architect of harmony. He could freak out a whole city block all by himself. I liked him a lot."  

Melissa Etheridge remembers David Crosby: "I am grieving the loss of my friend and Bailey’s biological father, David. He gave me the gift of family ... His music and legacy will inspire many generations to come. A true treasure."

rosanne cash@rosannecash

I can't begin to say how influential Crosby, Stills and Nash were for me. I'm grateful David Crosby lived, and so very sad he's gone.

Bruce Hornsby;

David Crosby was a friend for many years, always a warm and supportive fan with insightful comments about my work. So bright and so funny, he was always a joy to be around.

 

k.d. lang

On sept 12,2001 David Crosby offered me a ride on his tour bus from Denver to LA after the attacks on 911. Such a generous and kind soul. Swift auspicious rebirth to you brother. 

Stevie Van Zandt@StevieVanZandt

RIP David Crosby. As a member of The Byrds, 1 of the historically essential Artists that created the Artform of Rock. The Byrds, Bob Dylan, Beatles, Stones, Kinks, Who, Beach Boys & Yardbirds, showed future generations like us what was possible. We owe him, and them, everything.

 

Nils Lofgren @nilslofgren

Dear Croz, Rest in Peace and Song, old friend. Much Love and Healing to Jan and Django, from Nils and Amy

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Finally, here is a fan's heartfelt tribute to David Crosby. 

Thanks Davy.  We do understand and get it.  And so do lots of others.  We grieve together over the loss and celebrate the music...because music is love

More on David Crosby @

• David Crosby: 1941 - 2023 w/ statements by Nash, Stills & Young + Fan's reaction to the news 
• "The American Beatles": Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
• INTERVIEW: David Crosby - 'Serve The Song,' Not The Self
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• PODCAST: David Crosby Talks Neil Young & More | ‘Freak Flag Flying’
• David Crosby: Uncut, Never-Before-Seen Interview | " Inventing David Geffen" | PBS | American Masters
• David Crosby Talks “Ohio”, CSNY and Creativity 
• Photo of the Moment: Jerry Garcia, David Crosby, Phil Lesh and Neil Young - 1970  
• Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young: Looking Back Through The Years 
  
• Crosby, Stills & Nash Perform at the National Christmas Tree Lighting
• FLASHBACK: The Actual Honest to God Reunion of Crosby Stills & Nash 
  
• David Crosby Talks Neil Young, Marijuana, And His Stunning New Album ‘Sky Trails’  
• PODCAST: 'Deja Vu' by Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young - Thrasher's Wheat Radio 
  
• 2015 Interview with David Crosby | 4WaySite.com
• The Oral History of CSNY's Infamous 1974 'Doom Tour' | Rolling Stone  
• PHOTO: CSNY Backstage 1974 
  
• Photo of the Moment: Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young - Bridge School Benefit - 10.26.13
  
• CONCERT REVIEW: Crosby, Stills & Nash: Wolf Trap, Vienna, VA - August 13, 2005 
• VIDEO: "Cowboy Movie" (instrumental) w/ Neil Young and PERRO (1971)  
  
• David Crosby and The Damage Done (or Not...) + Crosby on JFK Assassination @ 1967 Monterey Pop Festival of The Byrds
• Neil Young & David Crosby and their tangled relationship. 

 

"They are one person

 They are two alone 

They are three together 

They are for/4 each other" 

Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young - 2006
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David Crosby Tribute - NBC Nightly News 

 Although we cut our hair, David ... We'll Remember His Name ... definitely

“However much time I got isn’t really the significant thing — it’s what I do with that time, right? And it looks to me that the only contribution I can make, the place where I can help, is to make more music.”  

 - David Crosby in 2021 

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