The Byrds: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 1991

Rock Hall Bio: 

http://rockhall.com/inductees/the-byrds/bio/

One of the most influential bands of the 1960s. They pioneered the folk rock genre. They essentially combined the Beatles’ sound with Dylan’s poetry.

Mr. Tambourine Man (1965):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPqAvgN6Tyw

Turn! Turn! Turn! (1965):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odj2kNn3_v0&feature=related

Eight Miles High (1966):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WH6UnvSlahc

So You Want to Be a Rock n Roll Star (1967):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saAoTPXcPSg

My Back Pages (1967):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FUGzwUTN80&feature=related

Tensions in the group led to lineup changes. The band then pioneered country rock.

Ballad of Easy Rider (1969):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNjzzDNIJWw

Full Circle (1973):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybSzNl_5W6w

Infighting led to the band’s demise. There were reunions over the years.

The Byrds heavily influenced The Eagles, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, and R.E.M.