The Long Ryders — artist
The Long Ryders are an American band known for their role in pioneering the alt-country genre, blending elements of rock, country, and punk. Emerging in the early 1980s, their sound is heavily influenced by the Byrds, Gram Parsons, and Buffalo Springfield, characterized by jangly guitars and harmonized vocals. Their music combines traditional country storytelling with the energy of punk, creating a distinctively roots-oriented rock sound.