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James Roger McGuinn / m ə ˈ ɡ w ɪ n / (born James Joseph McGuinn III; July 13, 1942) is an American musician, best known for being the frontman and leader of the Byrds. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for his work with the Byrds.
Aug 7, 2020 · He is the godfather of the entire jangle pop genre and a key figure in the range of styles known today as Americana. In general, Roger McGuinn has gotten more love from the rock critic fraternity than from the guitar community. Maybe it’s time to turn that perception around.
Jul 19, 2022 · Roger McGuinn Says ‘I Always Wanted to Be a Real Folk Singer’. Allison Rapp Published: July 19, 2022. Theo Wargo, Getty Images for Songwriters Hall Of Fame. Roger McGuinn has never been one...
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Sep 22, 2022 · The folk-rock pioneer and former Byrds leader shares his insights on his life, career and new book in a GRAMMY.com interview. Learn about his musical influences, his one-man show, his Folk Den Project and his Wikipedia editing skills.
Apr 18, 2012 · Singer-guitarist Roger McGuinn, best known as leader of The Byrds, is a folk-rock pioneer. The Byrds blended traditional folk songs with a rock beat and scored major hits in the 1960s,...
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The Byrds ( / bɜːrdz /) were an American rock band formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1964. [1] . The band underwent multiple lineup changes throughout its existence, with frontman Roger McGuinn (known as Jim McGuinn until mid-1967) remaining the sole consistent member. [2] .
