Also known as: Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, The
Origin: Long Beach, CA, USA
The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band formed in 1966 and hailed from Long Beach, CA. They are primarily known for their country and folk-rock stylings, peaking in popularity in the early 1970s, but like many other bands, dabbled successfully in psychedelia in the 60s. Original members included Jeff Hanna (guitar, mandolin, washboard, vocals, percussion, drums), Bruce Kunkel (guitar, kazoo, vocals), Ralph Barr (guitar, clarinet, vocals), Les Thompson (guitar, mandolin, vocals, bass), Jimmie Fadden (guitar, harmonica, washtub bass, jug, drums, vocals) and Jackson Browne (guitar, vocals). The 6-piece starte…