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Yacht Rock Icon Dash Crofts Dead at 85
26 Mar
Summary
- Dash Crofts, known for yacht rock hits, died at 85.
- He passed away due to complications after heart surgery.
- His partner, Jim Seals, died in 2022 at age 80.
Dash Crofts, celebrated for his contributions to the yacht rock genre, has died at the age of 85. The musician, best known for his work with the duo Seals and Crofts, passed away following complications from heart surgery. His longtime musical collaborator, Jim Seals, had previously died in 2022 at age 80.
Seals and Crofts rose to prominence in the 1970s, defining the era's breezy soft rock sound. Their 1972 album "Summer Breeze" reached the US top 10, featuring the hit title track. This was followed by the gold-certified album "Diamond Girl" in 1973, which included a single of the same name that charted at number six.
The duo faced controversy in 1974 with their album "Unborn Child," whose title track reflected their Bahá'í faith regarding the sanctity of life, leading to radio bans in the wake of the Roe v. Wade ruling. After disbanding in 1980, Crofts pursued a quieter life and explored country music, releasing solo material and a final duo album.
Yacht rock has experienced a resurgence in popularity, highlighted by a 2024 documentary, with artists like Bill Hader expressing admiration for Seals and Crofts' distinctive sound.
