JD Souther, Eagles and Linda Ronstadt Singer-Songwriter, Dies at 78

John David “JD” Souther, the prolific and pioneering country-rock singer-songwriter who co-wrote 1970s hits for The Eagles and Linda Ronstadt, has died “peacefully” at home in New Mexico at 78, an announcement on his website said Wednesday.

He was slated to begin a solo tour next week.

In his work with The Eagles, Souther co-wrote “New Kid in Town” and “Victim of Love” for their smash 1976 album Hotel California, which has sold more than 32 million copies.

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