JD Souther
John David Souther, J.D. Souther, JD Souther
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John David Souther (; November 2, 1945 – September 17, 2024) was an American singer, songwriter, and actor. He was "a principal architect of the Southern California sound and a major influence on a generation of songwriters". Souther wrote and co-wrote songs recorded by Linda Ronstadt and some of the Eagles' biggest hits, including "Best of My Love", "Victim of Love", "Heartache Tonight" and "New Kid in Town". "How Long", which appeared on the Eagles' Long Road Out of Eden, came from Souther's first solo album. He recorded two hit songs in his solo career: "You're Only Lonely" (1979) and "Her Town Too" (1981), a duet with James Taylor. He had a brief acting career and appeared on TV and in movies. He played with the Eagles on their 2008 farewell tour.
Career
- 1945Born
- 1969Member of Longbranch/Pennywhistle
- 2024Passed away
Trivia
- •Place of birth: Detroit
- •Citizenship: United States
- •Known as: songwriter, actor, composer, musician
- •Genre: rock music, country music, pop rock
- •Plays: guitar, voice
What happened recently
The Song Glenn Frey Co-Wrote for Neil Young Collaborator Nicolette Larson, Later Covered by J.D. Souther, Then George Strait for a Film
Tributes (in 2024) For JD Souther Who Co-Wrote Eagles' 'Heartache Tonight,' 'Best of My Love'
On This Day in 2024, We Said Goodbye to JD Souther—the Pen Behind Your Favorite Linda Rondstadt and Eagles Classics
JD Souther, singer-songwriter known for work with Eagles and Linda Ronstadt, dies at 78
JD Souther, a singer-songwriter who penned hits for the Eagles and Linda Ronstadt, dies at 78
JD Souther Dies: Singer-Songwriter Behind Hits By The Eagles And Linda Ronstadt Was 78
JD Souther, Amarillo-native singer-songwriter known for work with Eagles, dies at 78
JD Souther, Singer Who Co-Wrote Eagles Classics Like ‘New Kid in Town,’ Dies at 78
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