Dave Marsh, Veteran Rock Critic and Biographer, Dies at 76
In a statement, Bruce Springsteen called the former Creem editor “soulful, intelligent, heartfelt, opinionated, bruising and often fantastically argumentative”
Dave Marsh, a distinguished rock critic and biographer, passed away at the age of 76 on August 14, 2023, in his Connecticut home. His cause of death remains undisclosed. Marsh, who began his journalism career at Creem after dropping out of Wayne State University, is best known for writing the first major biography of Bruce Springsteen, "Born to Run: The Bruce Springsteen Story," published in 1979.
He also penned a definitive biography of the Who in 1983 and authored several anthologies on rock history. Marsh's work extended beyond Springsteen, with contributions to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, numerous social causes, and advocacy for cancer research. A passionate advocate for justice and human rights, he co-founded the Kristen Ann Carr Fund for sarcoma research in honor of his daughter who died from the disease in 1991.
Marsh's legacy will be celebrated with tributes on E Street Radio and in a series of online discussions titled "Land of Hope and Dreams: A Celebration of Dave Marsh's Work and Vision."
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