Dave Marsh, Bruce Springsteen Biographer and Rock Critic, Dies at 76
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Dave Marsh, a prominent music critic and biographer, has died at the age of 76 at his home in Connecticut. His passing was confirmed by Jim Rotolo, host of the SiriusXM program The Wild & The Innocent.
Marsh was a pioneering journalist for publications including Creem and Rolling Stone. He is widely recognized for his influential work documenting the career of Bruce Springsteen, notably in his 1979 book Born to Run, as well as his essential biographical contributions regarding the band The Who.
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Rolling Stone (US)Highlights his pioneering role in music journalism history
Variety (US)Focuses on specific biographical details and confirmation of death
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