The legendary country rock group Nitty Gritty Dirt Band has created an everlasting impact on American music through their unique blend of Americana, folk, bluegrass and rock since the 1960s. Through their instrumental mastery and genre-bending partnerships and sincere songwriting, the band created a musical connection between different generations and styles which secured their position as a pivotal force in roots and country rock history.

The California-based band achieved their first major success through their Top 10 single "Mr. Bojangles" which demonstrated their ability to create emotional and acoustic music. Their legacy became permanent when they released their landmark album Will the Circle Be Unbroken in 1972. The album achieved historic status through its traditional and contemporary sound fusion which brought together artists and fans across different generations.