JD Souther, who collaborated on 'Heartache Tonight' and other Eagles hits, dies at 78

Souther was a prolific songwriter and musician who helped shape the country-rock sound that took root in Southern California in the 1970s with his collaborations with the Eagles and Linda Ronstadt.

JD Souther, who collaborated on 'Heartache Tonight' and other Eagles hits, dies at 78
Inductee JD Souther and Alison Krauss attend the Songwriters Hall of Fame 44th annual induction and awards gala on June 13, 2013, in New York. Souther, who collaborated on some of the Eagles

Souther was a prolific songwriter and musician who helped shape the country-rock sound that took root in Southern California in the 1970s with his collaborations with the Eagles and Linda Ronstadt.

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