Linda Ronstadt and The Stone Poneys were a prominent American folk-rock trio active from 1966 to 1968. The group became famous for its blend of folk, country, and rock music, with a distinctive vocal style provided by Linda Ronstadt, later a successful solo artist. They are best known for their hit "Different Drum," which showcased Ronstadt's powerful voice and has since become a classic of the folk-rock genre. Despite their brief career, the band is considered a significant contributor to the late 1960s folk-rock movement.