I Dig Rock And Roll Music

Song Info:
"I Dig Rock and Roll Music" is a single by the American folk group Peter, Paul & Mary. The song was released in 1967 as part of their album "Album 1700." It was written as a satire of the folk music trio's own reluctance to embrace the emerging rock and roll genre. Despite its humorous tone, the song became a hit, reaching number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Artist Bio:
Peter, Paul & Mary were a folk trio formed in the early 1960s consisting of Peter Yarrow, Paul Stookey, and Mary Travers. They were known for their politically and socially conscious music, often performing at civil rights rallies and anti-war protests. The group achieved commercial success with hits like "Puff, the Magic Dragon" and "Leaving on a Jet Plane." Their close harmonies and acoustic sound set them apart in the folk music scene, and they became influential figures in the American folk revival of the 1960s.