"The Four Rivers" is an American band known for their unique fusion of folk, rock, and bluegrass. Formed in the late 1970s, the band gained popularity for their intricate harmonies and skilled use of traditional instruments, particularly the banjo and fiddle. Their most influential work, "Crossing the Streams" (1985), is considered a seminal album in the folk-rock genre. Notable band members include lead vocalist and songwriter John Rivers and renowned banjo player Michael "River" Rivers. The band's impact on the American music scene is reflected in their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2005.