One of the most influential folk songwriters in history. Sparked Joan Baez's interest in the guitar and convinced a littlew fellow named Robert Zimmerman to pick one up and change his name to Bob Dylan. Often remembered for the "patriotic" classic "This Land Is Your Land" (which, ironically is a biting protest song somewhat in the vein of "Masters of War"), Guthrie is a legendary folk figure whos' legacy continues to be felt profoundly to this day.
