Lester Flatt

Lester Flatt was an influential American bluegrass musician and singer, best known for his role as a guitarist and vocalist in the popular band Flatt and Scruggs. Born in 1921, he helped shape the bluegrass genre with his soulful singing and skillful banjo and guitar playing. Flatt’s collaboration with Earl Scruggs created some of the most iconic bluegrass music, including timeless hits like "Foggy Mountain Breakdown." His contributions significantly impacted traditional American folk and bluegrass music, making him a respected figure in the genre’s history.