Easy Rider
The Byrds · 1969
37 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic rock · country rock
A vibrant tapestry of rock, blues, and folk that encapsulates the spirit of the late 1960s counterculture.
Easy Rider is an album by The Byrds, released in 1969. A vibrant tapestry of rock, blues, and folk that encapsulates the spirit of the late 1960s counterculture. The album is notable for featuring the song 'Born to Be Wild,' which became an anthem for the counterculture movement and solidified its place in pop culture. Additionally, the soundtrack achieved significant chart success, reaching number one on the Billboard 200 and influencing subsequent film soundtracks by integrating contemporary rock music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Easy Rider sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of rock, blues, and folk that encapsulates the spirit of the late 1960s counterculture. Rooted in folk rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes Easy Rider by The Byrds notable?
The album is notable for featuring the song 'Born to Be Wild,' which became an anthem for the counterculture movement and solidified its place in pop culture. Additionally, the soundtrack achieved significant chart success, reaching number one on the Billboard 200 and influencing subsequent film soundtracks by integrating contemporary rock music. Released in January 1969, 'Easy Rider' came during The Byrds' peak period as a defining band of the folk rock genre. This soundtrack followed their commercial success with the album 'Sweetheart of the Rodeo' and showcased their ability to blend diverse musical influences, further solidifying their status in the evolving music scene.
How many songs are on Easy Rider?
Easy Rider has 10 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 The Pusher 5:49
- 2 Born to Be Wild Standout 3:37
- 3 The Weight Standout 4:34
- 4 Wasn't Born to Follow 2:03
- 5 If You Want to Be a Bird 2:35
- 6 Don't Bogart Me 3:05
- 7 If 6 Was 9 5:35
- 8 Kyrie Eleison / Mardi Gras (When the Saints) 4:00
- 9 It's Alright Ma (I'm Only Bleeding) 3:39
- 10 Ballad of Easy Rider Standout 2:13
Release Date
January 1, 1969
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
37 min 15 sec
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