The Leaves

The Leaves were an American garage rock band formed in San Fernando Valley, California, United States, in 1964. They are best known for their version of the song "Hey Joe", which was a hit in 1966. Theirs is the earliest release of this song, which became a rock standard.

1960s

 * Jim Pons – bass guitar, vocals, double bass
 * John Beck – vocals, tambourine, harmonica
 * Bill Rinehart – lead guitar, replaced by Bobby Arlin
 * Tom Ray – drums
 * Robert Lee Reiner – rhythm guitar

1970s

 * Jim Pons – rhythm guitar
 * John Beck – lead guitar
 * Buddy Sklar – lead vocals
 * Al Nichol – bass
 * Bob "Bullet" Bailey – drums