Yeah...just about everyone knows who Jeff Buckley is and he isn't old enough (historically to be much of an influence on anyone)...his father on the other hand was one of the most unique voices in musical history and so strangely unknown in the USA. I don't think he had any influence (except maybe on his son) becuase nobody could possibly copy his vocal ability.

His folk music was TERRIBLE...but take a listen to "Look at the Fool" and "Greetings from LA", just unbelievably good!