Country music has lost one of its revered voices. Dave Loggins, the man behind the timeless Masters golf tournament theme and the hit “Please Come to Boston,” passed away this Wednesday in Nashville, as reported by The Tennessean.
At 76 years old, the Grammy-nominated Hall of Famer breathed his last at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee, closing the curtain on a career that left a significant mark on music and beyond. Born in Mountain City, Tennessee, in 1947, Dave was not only a cousin to fellow musician Kenny Loggins but also a beacon in the music world, celebrated for his soul-stirring lyrics and compelling melodies.
His journey through music was adorned with notable compositions not just for his own albums but for television, commercials, and other artists, enriching the lives of many with his versatile talent.
Killing 1979 live performance of the epic Kenny Loggins/Michael McDonald collaboration, “What a Fool Believes” pic.twitter.com/CezqTANI5g
— David Reaboi, Late Republic Nonsense (@davereaboi) June 26, 2024
Country music star Lee Greenwood expressed his condolences on X, stating, “I just heard about the passing of Dave Loggins. Dave was an incredible singer, guitar player, and a writer. It was his music that drew me to Nashville, Tennessee in 1979. Dave was from Bristol, TN, but he made the world know who he was by the songs he wrote and sang. We will miss his great talent, but his songs will live forever. We send prayers of healing and comfort to the Loggins family.”
I just heard about the passing of Dave Loggins. Dave was an incredible singer, guitar player, and a writer. It was his music that drew me to Nashville, Tennessee in 1979. Dave was from Bristol, TN, but he made the world know who he was by the songs he wrote and sang. We will miss… pic.twitter.com/LAXKsuvFEw
— Lee Greenwood (@TheLeeGreenwood) July 11, 2024
Perhaps one of Loggins’ most enduring legacies is the song “Augusta,” the iconic theme for the Masters golf tournament, which stands as the longest-running sports theme in history. His musical prowess spanned across genres, but it was his country and soft rock compositions that truly captivated audiences worldwide.
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Over the years, Dave collaborated with legends such as Johnny Cash, Toby Keith, and Reba McEntire, crafting hits that resonated across generations. His unique distinction came in 1986 when he became the only unsigned artist to win a CMA award for his duet with Anne Murray, “Nobody Loves Me Like You Do.”
Leaving behind three sons—Quinn, Kyle, and Dylan—and his grandson Braxton, Dave Loggins’s rich musical legacy is set to live on. Respecting his wishes, there will be no funeral service. Instead, the family has requested that any tributes be made in the form of donations to Alive Hospice in Nashville, TN.