JR Richards

J. R. Richards is an American singer-songwriter from Santa Barbara, California, and the original lead vocalist of Dishwalla. He writes melodic alternative rock, best known for penning the 1996 hit "Counting Blue Cars." The platinum-selling debut "Pet Your Friends" (1995) earned a Billboard Rock Track of the Year award; solo albums include "A Beautiful End" (2009) and "My Darkest Hour" (2025). His voice and songs have appeared in films and TV, from "American Pie" to "How I Met Your Mother."