Running My Mouth About David Crosby

Paying my respects to David Crosby.
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[@NickRatnieks]

Chris Hillman has written the following in a tribute: "I lost my friend, David, today. Whose beautiful voice softened life’s blows, and brought so much joy to us all. He was my mentor, my big brother, my friend. The many miles we traveled together will always hold a special place in my heart. Singing with David was a blessing beyond words..."

[@NickRatnieks]

@@johngeddes7894 That may well have been the case in 1967 and Crosby admitted later that he had become really difficult to work with. Crosby sings harmony vocals on the Flying Burrito Bros track "Do Right Woman"- recorded in 1969 and when Crosby was fighting for his life in hospital in the mid-90s, Hillman visited him and was so moved by his courage he wrote the song "I'm Still Alive" so it was a complex relationship over many decades but they clearly respected each other.

[@NickRatnieks]

@@johngeddes7894 On his last album "Bidin' My Time" both Crosby and McGuinn guested, so all those old animosities - young guys getting worked up and falling out- the pressure of touring and everyone getting on each others nerves, were all in the past. I suppose that's what getting old does- it gives you perspective! It's also good to try and remain friends, too as it is harder to make friends than to lose them.

[@mikefannon6994]

My favorite Byrds is their first hit - Mr.Tambourine Man. It was THE song of the summer of 1965. I turned 14 that summer, you heard it everywhere! Favorite CSNY song is Ohio. I was a college freshman and a part of the antiwar movement. That song still resonates of that time.

[@ministerofdarkness]

Triad is definitely my favorite David Crosby song. His solo record "If I Could Only Remember My Name" from 1971 is a true Masterpiece. RIP

[@jimhurlbut3649]

It is. The outtakes are also worth a listen as is the PERRO sessions.

[@ConglomerationCat]

@@jimhurlbut3649 I absolutely love "Kids and Dogs".

[@aneleaveizam]

@@jimhurlbut3649 David’s outtakes were always great and demo versions of his songs were incredible too. What a voice, what a talent, what a man. He will be missed..

[@jimhurlbut3649]

@@aneleaveizam Indeed. On a side-note, I guess Pete Townshend back in the day was kind of the demo master. Ever heard this? I have never actually heard one but read that they were darn near tye quality of the finished product apparently. I found that tidbit interesting.

[@aneleaveizam]

@@jimhurlbut3649 no, I haven’t stumbled upon that and haven’t heard it yet even tho I love The Who and enjoy listening to some of their songs quite often. I still haven’t got time to listen fully to their records, but I watched so many of their live performances. I think they’re one of those bands whose songs sound live way better than studio versions(although still just as good!), every one of them was/is great, especially rhythm section. But I’ll check it out their demos too, thanks.

[@scottkidwellmusic9175]

Man... all our heroes are ghosts. Fair winds and following seas, David Crosby. Thank you for sharing your gift. You are missed. Thank you, Otis 🙏🏻 Be good to you 🤍💛

[@Gratefulman1965]

Sure sad to say goodbye to the legends but I must admit, I never expected David to live to be an old man. Simply amazing.

[@otisgibbs]

Ain't that the truth! : )

[@jimhurlbut3649]

It really is. After a liver transplant, what, 30 years ago? Astonishing, imo.

[@skiyalater626]

@@jimhurlbut3649 plus multiple heat attacks and drug addiction. He didn't believe he'd make it this long either.

[@jimhurlbut3649]

@@skiyalater626 I didn't know about the heart attacks. Wow. 😳

[@jimhurlbut3649]

@@jg6698 Another one?! Wow. And supposedly all about David, anyway. 🙄

[@VictorRochaGaming]

David told me they called Graham 'Razor Throat' because his voice was so powerful. He said when they sang together in the studio, they would back Graham against the wall to get the blend. His son, James, has been my dear friend since middle school.

[@janefriel6895]

For his son to have known his natural father and work with him is beyond special. Every child deserves to know who their blood parents are.I found my blood mother at 36 years old. My blood father, not Unfortunately. No one knows what its like until you experience it. Sending condolences to David Crosby's son and family. I am more than saddened.

[@gibby6904]

We all knew this day was coming but living in a world without David Crosby will be different......he was a one of a kind.....there is no one on earth like him.....and that voice!.......RIP David.....

[@tacmason]

I Loved CSN and Y with their great Heart felt Imperfect Voices in Harmony ! Wooden Ships !! Back when tunes had to sound great"Before" they where recorded !

[@anthonywhite2960]

In my early teens I bought an album by David Crosby, I think it was his first solo outing titled, If I Could Only Remember My Name. It is a gold mine of beautiful singing. Thank you Otis for doing this piece on David Crosby. Often times difficult people make beautiful music.

[@stephenhenion8304]

There is so much to cover here...CSN...C....S....N...Y...the epic 60s!!!! Love, music. Psychedelics.... Vietnam... and what a calming effect they created!!! Rest good Brother...🎶🎵🎶 saw Crosby and Nash in June of 1973 at the Waterbury Palace Theater...my first ever concert..probably 6.00 for the ticket...may even have stub..

[@jammininthepast]

Crosby's mid harmony was unassuming and spot on to give the music a special sound. Thanks Otis.

[@stegershomeandgarden.6971]

Very good observation, also I like the 60's style lawnchair in the background.

[@teresathomley3703]

Long Time Gone. I'll always associate that song with the opening sequence of the Woodstock documentary. God....those harmonies, man!! Best harmony singing in rock without a doubt. Croz was an American original.🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@williamdavis8161]

Good talk, Otis. Loved the Byrds & CSN. Fortunately, I got to see CSN in concert several times. Saw them @ Market Sq with a friend & his date from Spain. She had no idea who they where. They would do a Stills song, she would "oh he's the star". Then a Nash song, same thing. Same with Crosby. But when they harmonized, they where right up there with the best. Loved the Cowsills story, saw them at the Indy State Fair back in the day. Suddenly, I feel old.

[@kelseyland]

Great harmony vocals, especially bluegrass, always give me gooseflesh. Croz was such an amazing talent and what a vocalist. It’s such a simple part, but his La la la la at the end of the pre chorus in Down By The River just kills me every single time. Rest easy.

[@StationaryWilburys]

Is Crosby on Down by the River? Always thought that was only the guys in Crazy Horse

[@rjphoto66]

I saw him during that time when he was first reunited with his son. It was at the Julia Morgan Theater a wonderful all wood former church. It was a acoustic show with minimal mics - just incredible vocal power.

[@ericnichols941]

I was also at that show! Lived three doors down on Derby St. Wonderful show, mostly a cappella.

[@drybayoudan5429]

A song of our lives is gone. David will live on in our collections & memories. He may have been different, but, his messages & sounds will remain in our hearts. THANKS FOR GIVING A DAMN !!

[@dougreed2257]

Don't forget about gene clark my friend, but I don't question david's brilliance!

[@steveberkson3873]

Wooden Ships would have to be right up there ..not knowing all the backdrops of these pivotal 60s/70s songs the harmonies are what I recall. I had a time in the 70s in New Mexico where I was around Neil Young on a movie venture..its true that those harmonies of CSNY echo down through time for me. Thanks for the stories. His voice ..

[@alanb287]

Yes, and he was the glue to CSN's harmonies too. He fit his voice in between the other two voicers so perfectly. A master at harmony and building layers on his solo albums right up until the end of his life.

[@rbguff]

David Crosby's harmony w the others of CSN on Neil Young's "Through my sails" is epic, dreamy and carries one away. This song was meant to be on the second CSN&Y album, but found its way to the mountain top of Zuma. Such a beautiful time for music, and Otis , you are absolutely right, the harmony, the blend of their voices in real time, into one mike, cannot be matched, and may never be again. I am so grateful to have lived and witnessed the music of the 70's, "Through my sails" epitomizes that bedrock. RIP Crosby, and those beautiful times.

[@msdork61]

I’m so grateful I had the privilege of seeing him play with CSN & CSNY but the memory I will cherish the most was seeing him on the same tour you did at The Great American Music Hall in SF on 4/20. Rest in peace ☮️ Mr. Crosby I bet the angels are jealous of your beautiful voice.

[@franciscolopez3229]

To all those artist that I look up to, the first time I got tears in my eyes was when John Lennon passed on, and now me at the age of 60, it happened again hearing about the passing of David Crosby. Thank you David for sharing your life, music and your songs with us all. R.I.P.

[@thirdsamuel6643]

Same

[@josephdegennaro6819]

I loved Lennon. Only poster I had up at age 21. I came home from work at 11 30. My second apartment, with two buddies. Watching Monday night football. Howard Cowell came on and said John Lennon had been shot. Then die. Wow, really ripped me up. A lot of the greats are going or gone. Fell in love with Petty, more after he passed. But Crosby is the only other that I actually weeped.

[@rjphoto66]

There is a clip on KZbin of Crosby talking about the first time he sang with Graham - probably at Cass Eliot’s house and he says that they knew then what they had - might have been on one of the Laurel Canyon docs. There are lots of clips of them singing into one overhead mic. Many groups that during that time. Other examples are the Traveling Wilbury’s.

[@itsbeyondme5560]

Really? Is it at KZbin?

[@lindsaythomas2283]

You are right, the "old time" harmony singers are a dying breed. Some of the best harmony singers, (I have heard) are usually family members that have been singing together for years. Where I live, N.E. Ohio, we have a lot of old timers that moved up from Appalachia right after WWII for work. I go to a select few jams locally, where I am blessed to hear these old timers play and sing. I know in my heart that these are special moments that will not be around for long, and I cherish them. Cheers from Akron, Ohio

[@galenbrewer4229]

Thanks Otis for carrying the torch for Crosby and the Byrds! People need to be aware of this great music! Please keep talking!

[@texasplumr]

"Wooden Ships" isn't just my favorite song with David Crosby on it, it's one of my favorite songs, period. But man, has it ever been a tough year so far.

[@lanehowell605]

Great Episode, Otis, Warm, Heartfelt discussions about Crosby. . 💜🦋💚...

[@ClintonCaraway]

That's why The Byrds are so great. From Mr. Tambourine Man all the way through the Gram Parsons and Clarence White years. I love it all!!

[@randalclarke5487]

Dude- thank you, thank you, THANK YOU! Couldn't have explained Crosby's harmony vocals better 😊

[@sayeager5559]

Love his solo album If I Could Only Remember My Name.

[@anniejeans3951]

yes, i do too!

[@cgdombrow]

My favorite song on that album was “Traction in the Rain”

[@mikehomner4724]

I know Nash wrote it but, "Teach Your Children" does it for me. Nothing sounds more harmonious for me.

[@mlt3820]

Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Avocado on SourDough...I asked him almost 5 years ago what his favorite sandwich was. CROZ is an album all stewards of good music should own. Shadows become giants in the trees indeed, many thanks for everything, Sir. 😃✌️🤟

[@mlt3820]

@@goodun2974 I watched that only because Warren would be on! And then he told us this. What a tie-in there, Champ! Well done. Great observation! Anymore?

[@jg6698]

@@goodun2974 never liked Lindsey's work.

[@robertgodby4925]

Stills never gets any credit he is a great song writer and a he'll of a guitar player.

[@tedpeterson1156]

They've been playing his songs all day, when they talk about Crosby dying, basically.

[@tdhawk167]

So sad. Have been singing CSN since the 70's. He was such a strong influence on me, my life. Never got to meet him, so did not know him personally, but am feeling such deep grief. My favorites to perform...Helplessly Hoping, Suite Judy Blue Eyes, Our House and Wooden Ships. RIP dear Artist

[@stevevice9863]

Favorite Byrds song is probably Eight Miles High. I like the way the vocals build up like a plane taking off and ascending, then they level off...the music matches the words really well. Been listening to Crosby in one group or another since the late 60's. He probably was difficult to live with, but there is no denying his talent....that kind of stubborness and tenacity is a trait of many creative people. They tend to be perfectionists and can see and hear things that us mere mortals don't notice. On Jackson Browne's Live Solo album he tells that story of having friends that just wanted to sail away and live outside of the "civilized" world as an introduction before singing For Everyman. That's one of my favorite Jackson Browne songs. We are blessed to have a recorded body of work from David Crosby, so his voice will live forever.

[@grantross2609]

the song is based on band's experience of coming in on plane to land in England....... problem was people connected the word "high" & band's drug use resulting in a skewed meaning to the song to this day !

[@marilynross5965]

im heartbroken partof my soul voiceharmonies lyrics beyond compare yea the brits came but csn were ours & their music is beyond words we will never forget david helplessly hoping its not true but he is gone my generation boarding the ships

[@johnperlow640]

Thanks For The Tribute! It Was Amazing That David Was Able To Live To 81 Years Considering The Turbulence He Went Through In The 1980s

[@christianman73]

One of my very favorite CSN songs, "Guinevere," is a Crosby composition. He sings lead, so beautifully, on a few lines in the song ("She shall be free..."). When I first heard that 1969 CSN album, in my early teens in the late '80s, it truly changed my musical world. I had never before heard such beautiful vocal harmonies-- almost mystical! "Guinevere" has a mystical mood, musically, as well. It still amazes me!

[@hazegreen1896]

I always liked that song too especially the weird tuning. I did get to see CSNY once, must have been early 2000s when they were doing a lot of anti Iraq war stuff and a lot of solo tunes mixed in the set. A lot of NY tunes, it was awesome. The encore was 8 miles high and something else cover/side band, its fuzzy lol. I always liked wooden ships the most of their songs since i was a kid. Maybe its cause I always liked the electric side of CSNY. The Airplane had a cut of that song too.

[@ayronsmama05]

There are so so many "favorites"! But "You ain't going nowhere" has been on repeat since David passing. I'm 54 and thanks to much older siblings (don't tell them I phrased it that way) and my mama born 1928 I was gifted with some awesome music that take me to places that are worth remembering. RIP David Crosby and thank you Otis! Love and Blessings to you and Ms. Amy, always!

[@RobertWilson-qb8lo]

Great stories Otis. You are a talented raconteur. I'm really sad Crosby is gone. He retained such a passion for music. He really inspired me. What a life he had.

[@tbonky]

Jacob Dylan, Beck, and Co sing quite well in Echoes in the Canyon!

[@100Equipoise]

Won't forget seeing CSN @ The Spectrum in Philadelphia early 80s. Daylight Again tour. Some rough times over the decades and 'on the way', and so many wonderful performances. Long Live The Music!

[@wanagie]

Your right with the way vocals were 60s folk rock, country rock.

[@matthewtaylor2185]

Man, that church harmony is something special. I once went with an old girlfriend way out in eastern Kentucky to a little church for a family reunion. I remember those old men and women singing together. I wasn't expecting to get goosebumps that day, but I sure did.

[@JoshLooperMusic]

Seen him live four times. Twice with CSN and twice with CSNY. “Laughing” from his first solo record is sublime to me. All the Byrds stuff is other worldly. “Eight miles high” is killer. Too many to pick one. “Stand and be counted” from 2000. On and on. Rest in peace legend 🥲David Crosby 🙏🏻🎸❤️

[@1rwjwith]

I am with you on the original BYRDS. In the early albums a lot of time the actual Harmony is all him, McGuinn and Clark sang in unison on Tambourine Man… Crosby does the harmony in two different intervals , he would move around and it made it sound like more than 2 parts. He was a master harmony singer.

[@doughill8475]

Beautiful tribute. Thank you. Loved the Jackson Browne story at the end...will listen to For Everyman tonight.

[@lbshore]

You're so right. Like the Beatles, popular music lost its soul when the harmonies left the house. The Byrds Mr. Tambourine Man changed everything. Along with the first CS&N masterpiece record, Crosby's contribution to music is indisputable. He was all about harmony and harmony is where it's at.

[@mannishboy1]

Your videos bring a light to my life. Thank you, Otis! My best friend, who passed a while back, always said, "Crosby, Stills, Nash, and occasionally Young".

[@otisgibbs]

Thank you, John! : )

[@mlt3820]

Mine too! A Happy Moment when Notified. I'm very sorry about your friend.

[@billdaugette6292]

Dude, that was such a heartfelt tribute and great perspective on that awesome generation of singers. It frames one's thinking about artists and personalities. It seems extraordinary talents come with all sorts of personalities but all striving to be the best they can be. Thanks brother, really enjoyed your take on it.

[@jolbere]

And the S. Still’s sound (a true joy to hear - the whole group had a synergy that was/is joyful))).

[@petertaysum5563]

GN talks about, in his autobiography, their immediate recognition of how awesome their combined voices were the first time they sung together. It's a good read. Larkin Poe and Dea Matrona (esp. the recent TVZ cover) also achieve wonderful harmony. Of course the fact they are sisters is a major part of the magic. Some of DC's more recent material, and his guest appearance with David Gilmour are great. Love the live jam of CPR doing "Eight Miles High" - great energy. RIP.

[@jimhurlbut3649]

Yes, I recall that. They all looked at each other like, "Whoa." The first time the core Grateful Dead played together, btw, Jerry Garcia allegedly said, "We can take this on the road!"

[@Iamlono13]

I saw him in Bloomington on the tour with his son and met him in the parking lot before soundcheck. He was so gracious. Talked for quite a bit and gave me an amazing bear hug before leaving. They sounded spectacular. I also saw CSNY play what I believe was the first concert at the newly opened Conseco Field House!

[@19501960]

Well said Otis, David Crosby, The Byrds.....Those harmonies with the West Coast sound, absolutely iconic and marvellous, as you say Otis, can never be heard in that 60;s way again.

[@gregmock6808]

I think Deja Vu was probably his most impressive piece, but I loved every song on If I could only remember my name...Laughing is a great one....I want to listen to his last few records which I've yet to hear .

[@jimmanire3646]

Great to hear your observations on this milestone moment, Otis! Like you say, I have a hard time picking out Crosby's voice in the rich vocal arrangements of the Byrds and CSN, but I totally get the description of how his voice is the "glue" in the overall blend. His voice is present in a different way - kind of like adding reverb to the other voices. In addition to "For Everyman", you can distinctly hear Crosby's contributions to Jackson Browne's brilliant "Saturate Before Using", which is mostly two-part harmony as I recall. And as others have pointed out already, his great early solo record "If I Could Only Remember My Name" provides another context for his amazing voice (and ear), and also his cool use of alternate guitar tunings. Thanks Otis!

[@Foofang65]

Otis, well put my friend. I really liked the story about your friends church. And the old men singing together. I found something in that. Anyway I’m sure Crosby’s spirit is sailing off to his next journey. His contribution to music and song. Will forever be apart of this human existence. Or at least til the end of mankind. ❤✌️

[@screaminpayne4168]

2 of my favorite songs of his with the Byrds were I See You & Psychodrama City; years ahead of their time.

[@wittry2]

Another great reason I love you and your channel content, Otis. I'm always on the lookout for music. It is easier to find when you get recommendations from friends. You've helped me find lots of music simply by reminding of great artists we both know, but expanding my horizons about their work in total, not just the popular work, and work by more obscure artists, at least to me. I just purchased "Sweet Heart of the Rodeo" because of this episode on David Crosby. Thanks man. Again.

[@michaelgregory2231]

Wonderful reminiscing and stories, Otis. Almost cut My Hair arrested me when I first heard it at age 10. The guitars and that raw emotinal vocal delivery was a tsunami that still washes over me every time I hear it.

[@tomhankins5543]

That was a thoughtful exploration of the interpersonal dynamic and sound of Crosby and Jackson Browne. Thanks for digging deeper into it and sharing that comment regarding their vocals on 'For Everyman.' I think you've got a good point. I've been enjoying that song for many years and hadn't quite verbalized what you refer to. Honorable mention for Crosby's parts on Jackson Browne/Saturate Before Using. I especially love 'Something Fine'

[@billstephens6655]

Wow, thanks for the insight on Wooden Ships and For Everyman. Always learning something from your video essays (or whatever you want to call them). Nice tribute.

[@rondelby2482]

I still sing the old way. I was an avid fan snd singer who loved Crosby Stills and Nash.. but my mentors were Peter Paul and Mary.and i stayed with their style and all through the rock years and I will say I am one of the last who kept the sound original and not folded to rock.. I have videos on there Ronald Delby...

[@bglrj]

The amazing thing about David Crosby is that he never had a hit as a songwriter. And yet, he is by far my favorite songwriter in those bands. Maybe he was just a little too sophisticated, modal, different. Kind of like the Grateful Dead, who he befriended and taught harmony singing.

[@big_fat_hen]

He should have recorded an album with Joni Mitchell.

[@lawrencegeusz4890]

David says in the "Anthem of Beauty" movie that he didn't teach the Dead anything about harmony singing. He says he didn't need to. Listening to Attics of My Life isolated vocal tracks (on the Good Old Grateful Deadcast) I have to agree.

[@bglrj]

@@lawrencegeusz4890 The Dead said he did. He is being uncharacteristically modest.

[@billytheburkemusic9910]

I'm really stoked to hear you talk about the influence of time regarding execution and style. I was talking with a friend about how Bill Monroe had this ancient rhythm in his playing that made his hands work differently than the most studied contemporary players. For one, he heard a more narrow range of influences and those influences had few that informed them compared to modern times. When I think about this, it's just overwhelming how far the branches of music have spread but also how thin they've become. It all travels to easily now. In the times before everyone had a tap into the entire known universe of music it almost had to be hand carried to each person one by one. Or that person had to carry themselves to place where they could hear it. The constellation of inspirations were viewed against a much darker sky than today. Navigating by those lights had to have been more direct.

[@tomedmonson501]

Well said. Thanks.

[@brushstroke3733]

Beautiful comment!

[@StationaryWilburys]

Happy I found your channel. Subscribed! Looking forward to more stories

[@paulbusch9530]

Thanks again for your videos and time in making them.... David will be missed in this household....his work on Stephen Stills record in 1970 was ace... PS Hey Otis...OK...I guess my error...apologies for posting with a link will take that as a given now...

[@uncledaveyfromthenavy5452]

I loved your take on their music and the art of those voices soaring together. There is a KZbin cover group that is huge called Foxes and Fossils. They did Sweet Judy Blue eyes live... so well , Nash complimented the group on social media. Their harmonies are heavenly. Peace!

[@brianbeattympls]

You just inspired me to download that Byrds box set. There went that new year's resolution.

[@mikes9759]

Damn Otis!!!! This was excellent! I try to tell people about this like you just did and they look at me like I'm from Pluto!! Hearing them sing together and picking out the different voices, I hear them all the time and it's been a huge part of my life!! I don't want to be a bummer, but it is part of me dying every time one of these people pass on! I'm so lucky to have seen a lot of these guys live and enjoy the music and the things that were going on then. And like you said, it's not going to happen for me again! Want to write a book together? Ha Ha Ha!

[@katherinehunter9526]

Let your freak flag fly high forever now Croz! Thanks for all you taught us about music and life. You taught us, your children well. Thanks for all the Magickal Music you blessed us with that have been on my lifelong soundtrack. Bless your Magickal musical heart and soul Brother. Thank you David. We'll meet again further on up the road! ✌💞🕯🎸🎶💃🙏

[@custodialmark]

our late, Boyde Elder? artist for Eagles album cover shown in local FB post of him livin/partting with Crosby. as i grew up '68 guitarn, his song like what me dad/papy, j ferd played mt music in Philly area/Norristown and cousins 60's tape they did some CSNY songs, i not know what of any i do but greatly influence by their sound. i met Earl Scruggs at college show with family and others. they/he played with Byrds recorded by Hoffman?

[@ypaulbrown]

always good stuff......cheers from Florida, Paul

[@RockReynolds]

Good insight, Otis. I love to hear your viewpoints about the EFFECTS of the Musicians. Early Byrds Favorites: "Hey, Mr. Spaceman" and "My Back Pages".

[@LTTunage]

Hey Otis, Deja Vu was the 1st album I ever heard (On 8 track in my brother's VW van at just 10yrs old) and I've loved Croz ever since. I then heard his 1st solo album "If I Could Only Remember My Name" at age 16, and I loved the track "Laughing" so much I had to learn it on guitar immediately, knowing though his vocals were unattainable... I heard all the Byrds LP's after that, starting with the Notorious Byrds Brothers album (Dolphins Smile is still a Crosby fave there) and then heard all their hits as well as some great deep cuts, and while I'll always love them & Graham, Stephen and Neil too together and solo, and all the work just by Crosby and Nash as a duo, the common denominator in all of these iterations is David Crosby... What I immediately thought of when I heard he'd passed and will always remember is what I heard Joe Walsh say, which echoes your comments about his voice and harmony blends with all these guys---The reason you sometimes can't place his voice in the mix isn't because he laid back or they just mixed it that way, its because his pitch, tone, vibrato, breath control and timing were absolutely perfect, there were just no rough edges or clearly forced high or low register parts to force the listener to pick him out of the mix... I've been trying as a musician for 5 decades now to to do just that and there are still songs that I know he's helped make perfect, yet he was content to blend his performance into a whole that was greater than the sum of it's (or his) parts. That's something I (& I suspect the world) will truly miss... (Not to mention the standout writing and singing efforts of his alone like Guinevere off the 1st CSN Album, what a legacy) Thanks for your video here as always, much appreciated Otis.

[@zendixie]

I was a big Byrds fan from the start and I sometimes wonder if there would have been a Tom Petty without Jim McGuin but I digress. While I loved that Rickenbacker and the harmonies, the first song that I was drawn to enough to make me want to learn it was a Crosby song called Everybody’s Been Burned. Something about the chords and melody just got to me . His first solo album was a revelation to me. It completely changed my focus as far as the guitar. It turned me on to these weird but wonderful tunings that David used and the harmonies were just incredible. That album and a song that CSNY did on the live album 4 Way Street called Triad sort of set a path for me. I know the stories about how difficult he could be and I get that. There are interviews with members of the Byrds that say he didn’t play good enough to do live shows in those early days but he must have made some decent strides in his abilities later on. However bad or callous it probably sounds, I have a hard time lamenting the passing of someone with such a long and full life. I honor his work and still listen but I sure don’t want to live past my ability to enjoy life and I don’t think he would have either. RIP David Crosby

[@BST501]

I love David Crosby❤Everything he did musically was a work of art. I love all of those guys. They gave us so much and I am so grateful for what they have left behind for us.❤ Thank You❤

[@JonMackenzieGuitarist]

Deep musings about the Croz, Otis. Loved the bit about how the source of genres and styles gets lost over time with technology and other sonic influence. I think about this a lot and it was nice to hear another’s views on it. Thanks!

[@ignatzmuskrat3000]

I saw a doco where Nash recounts him singing with them for the first time. Then he quit the Hollies.

[@billdauphine951]

And credits their different accents...English/Californian/East Coast....I thought that was brilliant.

[@williamknell864]

That the S, N & Y of that second amazing group he was part of were basically not speaking to him at the end of his life says a lot about how "difficult" he could be. Ironic how a guy so synonymous with harmony, in one sense, could be so NOT about it in other ways.

[@gamoonbat]

I think the story about "Wooden Ships" reflects a particular period after Crosby's girlfriend, Christine Hinton, died in a car accident. He was suicidal and eventually found his way around the grief but turned to hard drugs in the end. My favorite Byrds album is "Turn, Turn, Turn" and "He Was A Friend Of Mine" really sends chills up my spine when David sings the high tenor. I also love his harmony on Gene Clark songs such as "Here WIthout You" and "If You're Gone."

[@konaken1035]

What are Gene Clark songs?

[@gamoonbat]

@@konaken1035 - Songs written by Gene Clark.

[@lindacook4032]

Thank you Sir for such a great memorial to David…I always enjoy your view points.

[@dlewtweentorla1210]

"Crosby was the heart" ❤️ I believe Neil Young said about CSNY. No matter what crap happened between each member, who was mad at whom that day, week, year, EACH and every member of CSNY always praised the other(s) work, talent and ability. All at different times saying they were brothers. We should also remember if any one of them hit bottom, even if they'd been quarreling would still be there right away for one another. They were an incredible group of musicians/artists. Isn't it curious how Crosby & Brian Wilson were such great friends, yet both had scary reps while recording , pissing every one off . Greatness appeals to Greatness . Cheers, nice vid!

[@JulieSkinner777]

Thank you for this. I’m really sad about his passing away. I love Guinevere and its troubadour sound.

[@richardcheatham9490]

Hi over there, Otis. First hearing of your video. So Well spoken. David's gone two weeks now, but I've had the good fortune to find the KZbin comments of Fil from Wings of Pegasus and Rick Beato on David's distinctive style from Rick's base here in Atlanta. Fascinated here by what David left us to enjoy as I've always been by of the work of Don and Phil and that third voice they evoked from that spiritual realm. David and Eva Cassidy live on for all time. Best wishes to going out to you.

[@sevenmileridgeband]

Very insightful. Thanks for posting. RIP Mr. Crosby. His history is unparalleled. He (Crosby) is also very articulate on several recent "Good Old Grateful Deadcast" episodes. I wish I could remember the exact episodes.

[@collectrify]

The bit on Country Girl where he hangs on at the end of "too young to leave..."

[@RDnAC]

Your speaking voice is so soothing I want to listen to you tell stories until I fall into dreamland deep sleep.

[@tonyindiana]

You sure did explain the experience and feelings so well. Your awesome buddy

[@leonardblush2557]

David's catalog of 5 albums since 2014 is remarkable. Such quality in the twilight of a musical career is virtually without precedent. Start out with "Croz" and see what you think.

[@olev01]

Thanx Otis. Beautiful eulogy. 💔🎶🎤🎸🎶❤️

[@jamesagnoli7657]

There's something about how you start this off.... "it's snowing.... my neighbor's Dog is barking" the very look on your face Otis in the thumbnail.....what struck me as I read all the commentary....was that empty yellow chair in your yard.... for some reason imagined David sitting there....listening to your heartfelt tribute to him and his unparalleled gift of harmony..... kinda reminded me of the Who's album cover for "Who Are You" where Keith has that sign behind the chair "Not To Be Taken Away" Thankyou Otis for "Bringing It" for David

[@oxyopiainvestigation]

New sub---thank you SO much for this video. You hit on some fantastic points. David Crosby is one of my dearest heroes for a variety of reasons. As a musician (bassist and vocalist), I can tell you that, at times, you can hear that magic you're creating---you do witness the fusing of voices and the perfection of what's being created. There's nothing like it. . . . I hear you fully on losing the authenticity in music. It scares me, to be honest. . . . I actually had a friend who performed with Crosby as well. That's so cool! :) I'm a major long-time Jackson fan too. Crosby's work with Snarky Puppy was beyond brilliant.

[@jamesdillman6811]

It’s hard to pick just one, but if I had to pick one out of all the songs he sang on, it’s “Mr. Tambourine Man”. What made the Byrds so great was the combination of the unparalleled harmonies with the great musicianship. I don’t believe that it ever has been or ever will be done better and Crosby was a huge contributor to their sound.

[@lesleydavies3953]

Their voices was a musical instrument

[@jamesmachado8874]

Just yesterday for some reason I felt that I had to listen to Croz solo album "If Only I Could Remember My Name" One of my favorite albums and one of the best audiophile albums ever made. Later that evening I found out that he had passed and it really freaked me out. Gonna get my guitar and play Wooden Ships just cause. Sail on David.

[@katherinehunter9526]

I was singing Teach your Children all day yesterday. It hit me like a Mack with I heard the news about David dying yesterday! May he fly his freak flag high forever now! ✌💞🕯🎸🎶💃🙏

[@jimmyhaynes8298]

My favorite Crosby tune is LAUGHING off of IF I COULD ONLY REMEMBER MY NAME. That song is incredible. I love the story behind it, it' was written for GEORGE HARRISON. Do a segment on that OTIS, unless you already have in the past. Take care man! Regards, Jimmy

[@BubblesBubbles]

"The Wall Song" - from the first Crosby/Nash album. Pure hair-raising with the heart of the Grateful Dead...

[@bumsharvest5493]

Hi Otis, my all time favorite Byrds song is 'The World Turns all around Her'. Oh my, the harmonies!

[@walterbordett2023]

Wooden ships, Suite Judy Blue Eyes. With harmonies, good ones, the whole is greater than the sum of the parts. That's when you get goose bumps listening to them. Every Brothers, CSN, CSNY, Trio, (Dolly,Emmylou, Linda), and so on.