In 1981, a revered folk act from the 1960s reunited for a high-profile stage appearance that many deemed a “terrible risk.” Despite the excitement surrounding their comeback, this performance ultimately resulted in another unexpected split.

Sonny Curtis, the Rock Hall–inducted singer-songwriter best known for writing the classic “I Fought the Law,” has died at age 88. As a longtime member of Buddy Holly’s Crickets and the voice behind “Love Is All Around” from The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Curtis leaves an enduring mark on both rock music and television.