Roger McGuinn

Roger McGuinn was born on July 13, 1942. He is an American guitarist best known as a founding member of the influential rock band The Byrds. McGuinn played a key role in shaping the band's sound, particularly through his use of the twelve-string Rickenbacker guitar. The Byrds were prominent in the 1960s folk rock and psychedelic rock scenes, with notable songs such as "Mr. Tambourine Man" and the album "Turn! Turn! Turn!". McGuinn's work helped bridge folk music and rock, influencing many artists in the genre.