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Seals & Crofts' Darrell Crofts Dies at 87

3/28/2026

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Darrell "Dash" Crofts, a member of Seals & Crofts, died on March 25 in Austin, Texas, at age 87 from heart failure, per his daughter Lua Crofts Faragher.
Crofts and Jim Seals rose to fame in the 1970s with hits such as "Summer Breeze" and "Diamond Girl."
Their music was influenced by Baha'i faith and featured themes of love and unity.
Crofts is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren.

History

Historical Context

In the 1970s, Seals & Crofts, a duo consisting of Jim Seals and Darrell "Dash" Crofts, gained fame with hits like "Summer Breeze." Their music, influenced by the Baha'i faith, resonated with the era's cultural shift towards spiritual exploration and unity. This period also saw the rise of soft rock, with artists like the Carpenters and Elton John dominating the charts.

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Story summary

Darrell "Dash" Crofts, a member of Seals & Crofts, died on March 25 in Austin, Texas, at age 87 from heart failure, per his daughter Lua Crofts Faragher.
Crofts and Jim Seals rose to fame in the 1970s with hits such as "Summer Breeze" and "Diamond Girl."
Their music was influenced by Baha'i faith and featured themes of love and unity.
Crofts is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren.

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