Roger McGuinn

Roger McGuinn is an American musician best known as the lead guitarist and founder of The Byrds, a pioneering rock band from the 1960s. He helped shape folk-rock and country-rock sounds, blending jangly guitar styles with harmonized vocals. McGuinn’s distinctive 12-string Rickenbacker guitar created a signature bright, ringing tone that influenced many artists. Beyond The Byrds, he’s had a successful solo career, continuing to perform and record music rooted in folk, rock, and Americana. His innovative guitar work and songwriting have left a lasting impact on contemporary music, making him a key figure in the evolution of modern rock.