{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Horse with No Name and Sister Golden Hair: Gerry Beckley talks about his 53 years in the band AMERICA.","description":"In this episode, Gerry Beckley; singer, songwriter, and co-founder of the iconic band America takes us on a remarkable journey through five decades of music, fame and friendship. Gerry talks about their timeless hits including \u201cA Horse with No Name\u201d and \u201cSister Golden Hair\u201d and what it felt like to top the charts with both a No. 1 single and album at just 19 years old. He shares vivid stories of forming the band while still in high school, navigating sudden stardom, collaborating with legendary producer George Martin (The Beatles) and performing alongside everyone from Pink Floyd to Cat Stevens. From whirlwind early tours and surreal LA house parties with the likes of David Bowie, Ringo Starr and Harry Nilsson, to the emotional highs and challenges of a 53-year musical brotherhood with Dewey Bunnell \u2014 this is a rare and intimate look behind the curtain of one of the most enduring bands in rock history. Plus: The making of the acclaimed new documentary \u201cI Need You: 53 Years of the Band America\u201d and why their music still strikes a chord with fans across generations. Whether you\u2019re a lifelong fan or just discovering the band, this episode is packed with heart, humour, history and harmony. Related links  Follow Gerry: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/gerrybeckley\/ Follow America: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/americaband\/ Listen to his music: https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/35U9lQaRWSQISxQAB94Meo?si=ygKZ8OV6R9eom3r4kF-PBw&nd=1&dlsi=8914814ea28a42b2   ","author_name":"Bandwidth Conversations","author_url":"https:\/\/www.bandwidthconversations.com","html":"