Remembering Musicians Who Died in 2016

The following is a list of some of the notable musicians who passed away in 2016, including a few who performed in the Santa Barbara area in recent years. Some are well-known, many are not, but all are worthy of our respect. R.I.P. – Rock In Peace.

Concert Review: Steve Young with Van Dyke Parks and David Jackson

Review of 1/23/10 Sings Like Hell performance of Steve Young with Van Dyke Parks and David Jackson

Interview: Steve Young

Steve Young is a singer and songwriter whose best known song is “Seven Bridges Road,” which was covered by and became a Top 40 hit for The Eagles. He also wrote “Lonesome, On’ry And Mean”, which became a trademark song for Waylon Jennings, and “Montgomery in the Rain”, which was covered by Hank Williams, Jr.

This interview was conducted by phone on 1/5/10, and formed the basis of a preview article for the Steve Young with Van Dyke Parks and David Jackson show on 1/23/10 at the Lobero Theatre.

Steve Young passed away on 3/17/16.

Concert Preview: Steve Young with Van Dyke Parks and David Jackson

Preview of 1/23/10 Sings Like Hell performance of Steve Young with Van Dyke Parks and David Jackson