Earl Scruggs (1924–2012) was an American musician known for his contributions to the genres of country, R&B, and jazz. He became legendary for perfecting and popularizing the three-finger banjo style, known as the "Scruggs style." This style became a defining feature of bluegrass music. Earl Scruggs gained widespread attention when he joined The Blue Grass Boys led by Bill Monroe . Among his most famous compositions is "Foggy Mountain Breakdown" which has become iconic within the genre. His innovative approach to banjo playing had a profound influence on the development of bluegrass and country music.

• Genres: Кантри, R&B, Джаз
• Country: USA
• Language: English