The Kingston Trio is an American folk and pop music group that helped launch the folk revival of the late 1950s to early 1960s. The original lineup consisted of Dave Guard, Bob Shane, and Nick Reynolds, who were known for their tight vocal harmonies and light, easy listening arrangements. Their hits, including "Tom Dooley" and "Where Have All the Flowers Gone", have become folk standards. The Trio's music, characterized by clean, distinctive instrumentation, has significantly influenced the folk music genre.