Randy Sparks is an American folk musician and songwriter, best known as the founder of the group, The New Christy Minstrels. His musical style is deeply rooted in the folk tradition, characterized by rich harmonies and storytelling lyrics. Sparks' influence is significant, as his group was instrumental in the folk revival movement of the 1960s, earning a Grammy for their album "Presenting The New Christy Minstrels". Notably, Sparks also discovered and helped to launch the careers of several artists, including Kenny Rogers and Kim Carnes.