James Raymond Biography
James Raymond is the son of the late David Crosby, an American singer, guitarist, and songwriter, and Celia Crawford Ferguson.
Raymond is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who has worked with his father on several occasions. He is also an author, having written several books about his life and music.
James Raymond Age
Raymond was born on 15 May 1962, in Los Angeles, California, United States. He is 60 years old as of 2022.
James Raymond Mother
Raymond’s mother is named Celia Crawford Ferguson. There is not much information regarding his mother at the moment.
James Raymond Adoption
Raymond was placed for adoption soon after his birth. Later in the 90’s while his father, Crosby was preparing for his liver transplant, he discovered that the child he had given up for adoption in 1962 had been searching for him. Father and son eventually reunited.
James Raymond David Cosby
Raymond is the son of the late David Crosby. His father was
an American singer, guitarist, songwriter, and a founding member of both the Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash.
His dad joined the Byrds in 1964. The band had their first number-one hit in April 1965 with a cover of “Mr. Tambourine Man” by Bob Dylan.
Raymond performed a jazz-influenced trio with his dad and guitarist Jeff Pevar in CPR (Crosby, Pevar & Raymond). James and his father co-wrote their first song known as “Morrison”. It was performed live for the first time in January 1997.
David Crosby’s Death
Crosby died on January 19, 2023. His wife confirmed the news in a statement to Variety. “It is with great sadness after a long illness, that our beloved David (Croz) Crosby has passed away. He was lovingly surrounded by his wife and soulmate Jan and son Django,” Dance shared in a statement.
“Although he is no longer here with us, his humanity and kind soul will continue to guide and inspire us. His legacy will continue to live on through his legendary music. Peace, love, and harmony to all who knew David and those he touched. We will miss him dearly. At this time, we respectfully and kindly ask for privacy as we grieve and try to deal with our profound loss. Thank you for the love and prayers.”
James Raymond Songs
- Morrison
- At the Edge
- Country Songs
- That House
- One for Every Moment
- Eight Miles High
- Homeward Through the Haze
- Yesterday’s Child
- Little Blind Fish