Artist Bio:
The New Christy Minstrels is a folk music group founded by Randy Sparks in 1961. The group was known for their rich vocal harmonies and upbeat, catchy tunes that captured the essence of the folk music revival of the 1960s. They gained popularity with their debut album, "Presenting The New Christy Minstrels," which included the hit song "Green, Green."
The group went through various lineup changes over the years, but continued to release albums and tour extensively, performing at venues ranging from small clubs to large concert halls. The New Christy Minstrels were nominated for several Grammy Awards and won the Grammy for Best Performance by a Chorus in 1963. Their music has been described as a blend of folk, pop, and country influences, and they have been credited with helping to popularize folk music during the 1960s.
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