Flatt and Scruggs was an influential American bluegrass duo formed in the 1940s, consisting of Earl Scruggs on banjo and Lester Flatt on guitar and vocals. They were known for their innovative style, which combined traditional Appalachian music with new techniques, particularly Scruggs' three-finger picking method. Their sound helped popularize bluegrass music across the United States. The duo gained fame through their performances on The Grand Ole Opry and their television show, The Beverly Hillbillies, where their song "The Ballad of Jed Clampett" became a hit. Flatt and Scruggs' contributions to bluegrass have left a lasting legacy, influencing countless musicians in the genre.