Byrds

British

/ bɜːdz /

plural noun

the . US folk-rock and country-rock group (1964–73), noted for their vocal harmonies and 12-string guitar sound. Their albums include Mr. Tambourine Man (1965), Younger Than Yesterday (1967), and Sweetheart of the Rodeo (1968)

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No, that lyric wasn’t written by the Byrds in 1965, and even atheists who hear “Turn! Turn! Turn!” on oldies radio might want to understand that the song is drawing from a deep well.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

So was Rhino Records’ film division, which explains why the soundtrack features boomer classics from the Byrds, Bob Dylan and Motown.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 14, 2025

Before he found fame as an actor, Soul started his professional career as a folk singer, warming up audiences for stars like Frank Zappa, the Byrds, and the Lovin' Spoonful.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2024

Brash rock musician known for intricate harmonies with the supergroup Byrds and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 31, 2023

Music was censored—they weren’t allowed to play Bob Dylan, the Byrds, or Joan Baez.

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge

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