The Byrds

Latest about The Byrds

Roger McGuinn performs with the Byrds in 1970
Watch the Byrds’ Epic Instrumental Rendition of Their Breakthrough Psychedelic Masterpiece, "Eight Miles High"

By Christopher Scapelliti Published

Video Roger McGuinn channels the spirit of John Coltrane in this expansive 1970 performance at the legendary Fillmore East venue

Video
Bob Dylan, 1966
Here’s Why Bob Dylan Was Essential to the Birth of Psychedelic Rock

By Christopher Scapelliti Published

From the Beatles and the Byrds to Jimi Hendrix and Jefferson Airplane, the folk legend laid the groundwork for all

Guitarists
B-Bender Tele
Watch Clarence White Demonstrate His Innovative B-Bender Telecaster in 1968

By Christopher Scapelliti Published

Video The newly recruited Byrds guitarist displays his virtuosity by successfully mimicking the sound a pedal steel.

Video
John Hall signing 'Rickenbacker Guitars: Out of the Frying Pan Into the Fireglo' copy at Shapero Rare Books' Rickenbacker exhibition in 2022
Rickenbacker Boss John Hall Endorses “Definitive” New Book at London Launch

By Rod Brakes Published

The Californian electric guitar innovator’s conclusive history is finally revealed in ‘Rickenbacker Guitars: Out of the Frying Pan Into the Fireglo.’

Electric Guitars
John Lennon
All You Need to Know About John Lennon's Favorite Rickenbacker Model

By Dave Hunter Published

The Beatles legend's discovery of the 325 model launched Rickenbacker's British Invasion-era success.

Guitars
Roger McGuinn on set for The Byrds' performance on Ready Steady Go!, August 6, 1965, in London
Roger McGuinn's Five Acts of Legend

By Guitar Player Staff Published

As a founding member of the Byrds, Roger McGuinn launched the mid-’60s folk-rock movement and, subsequently, heartland rock.

Guitarists
1 2 Archives