The American musician was best known for working with huge names in the industry including Dolly Parton, Rod Stewart, Jackson Browne, Bonnie Raitt, and Ry Cooder. He also founded the band El Rayo-X and formed the psychedelic folk group Kaleidoscope with Chris Darrow in 1960.
Lindley was known for his work as a session musician. He contributed to recordings and live performances by Jackson Browne, Warren Zevon, Linda Ronstadt, Curtis Mayfield, James Taylor, David Crosby, Graham Nash, Terry Reid, Dolly Parton, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Toto, Rod Stewart, Joe Walsh, and Dan Fogelberg. He also collaborated with fellow guitarists Ry Cooder, Henry Kaiser, and G. E. Smith.
David Lindley’s cause of death: How did David Lindley die?
The majority of the instruments that Lindley played are string instruments, including violin, acoustic and electric guitar, and upright and electric bass. He died at the age of 78, David’s friend Douglas Reynolds confirmed the sad news of his death on Friday and tributes have since been pouring in for the talented star.
His cause of death has not been confirmed but he was believed to have been suffering from illness before his passing. David, who was born on March 21, 1994, is survived by his wife Joan Lindley, and his daughter Rosanne.
