Roger McGuinn

Musicians · guitarist

🇺🇸 United States

American musician

About Roger McGuinn

James Roger McGuinn (; born James Joseph McGuinn III; July 13, 1942) is an American musician, best known for being the leader of the Byrds. He has released ten albums and collaborated with many other performers, among them Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, and Chris Hillman. The Rickenbacker 12-string guitar is his signature instrument. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991 along with The Byrds.

Quick facts

Known for: 1975-09-10: WNEW-FM, Bottom Line, New York, NY, Celebrate The 50th Anniversary Of ... Sweetheart Of The Rodeo: Live!, Original Album Classics
Born: 1942-07-13
Artist type: Person
Gender: Male
Origin: Chicago
Associated area: United States
Active period: 1942-07-13
Genres: folk, rock
Music tags: classic pop and rock, folk, rock
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IPI: 00018923575, 00034710703, 00063641681