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Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is an American music group formed in 1966 in Long Beach, California. The band is known for its contribution to the development of country and roots music. Among their most famous songs is a cover version of "Mr. Bojangles" by Jerry Jeff Walker. In 1972, they released the album "Will the Circle Be Unbroken", collaborating with traditional country artists such as Mother Maybelle Carter, Earl Scruggs, and Doc Watson. This album was certified platinum. Over the years, the band has won three Grammy Awards, and their music incorporates elements of country, folk rock, and bluegrass.
