Country rocker Joe Ely, who worked with Bruce Springsteen and the Clash, dead at 78

Joe Ely, the country music rocker best known for his work with Bruce Springsteen, the Clash and more, has died. He was 78. He died at his home in Taos, New Mexico, from complications of Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson’s disease and pneumonia, per the post.

Joe Ely, Texas country-rock legend and collaborator with the Clash and Bruce Springsteen, dead at 78

The Flatlanders founder succumbed to complications of Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson's disease and pneumonia at his New Mexico home.

Joe Ely, Progressive Texas Country Legend Who Toured with The Clash, Dead at 78

Joe Ely, the progressive Texas country legend who toured with The Clash, died from complications of Lewy body dementia, Parkinson’s and pneumonia on Dec. 15. He was 78.

Country music legend dead at 78: ‘True believer who knew music could transport souls’

“Joe Ely (1947–2025) performed roots music like a true believer who knew music could transport souls. His musical style could only have emerged from Texas. His true measure came through in the dynamic intensity of his powerhouse live performances, where he could stand his ground… pic.twitter.com/KozLa4Xij9
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