Artist Bio:
The Kingston Trio was an American folk and pop music group that enjoyed widespread popularity in the late 1950s and early 1960s. The original lineup consisted of Bob Shane, Nick Reynolds, and Dave Guard. They were known for their tight harmonies and a distinctive sound that blended traditional folk music with a modern style. The group was credited with helping to popularize the folk music revival of the era, and they had a significant influence on the music scene at the time.
The Kingston Trio achieved commercial success with hits such as "Tom Dooley," "Scotch and Soda," and "Where Have All the Flowers Gone?" They won a Grammy Award for Best Ethnic or Traditional Folk Recording in 1959 for their album "The Kingston Trio At Large." The group continued to perform and record music for several decades, with various lineup changes, and they were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2000.
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