Peter Rowan

About

Bluegrass musician known for composing Panama Red and Lonesome L.A. Cowboy. He was proficient with guitar, mandolin, and yodeling.

Before Fame

He created his own rockabilly band called The Cupids while in junior high school.

Trivia

He contributed several songs to the New Riders of the Purple Sage's repertoire.

Family Life

His parents were musicians. He was a Buddhist.

Associated With

He was heavily influenced by Elvis Presley and Joan Baez.