Leonard Slye, one of the Sons of the Pioneers’ founding members, became Roy Rogers, “The King of the Cowboys.”

An extensive biography of Bob’s life, including an in-depth look at the Sons of Pioneers.

Vernon “Tim” Spencer, singer and songwriter and founding member of the Sons of the Pioneers

The fourth member of the Sons of the Pioneers and their fiddler for 25 years.

The Pioneers’ fifth member and first lead guitar player, Karl Farr

Longtime bass player and one of the group’s most-loved comic characters.

The story of “Mr. Pioneer,” one of the group’s most influential and beloved members.

Stan Jones wrote some of western music’s best-loved songs, including Ghost Riders in the Sky.

Biographies of additional members of the Sons of the Pioneers and other people important to the history of western music.