The Byrds Play Dylan
The Byrds · 1979
61 min · 20 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic rock · country rock
The Byrds reinterpret Dylan's catalog with jangly guitars and harmonies, infusing their signature folk rock sound with fresh interpretations.
The Byrds Play Dylan is an album by The Byrds, released in 1979. The Byrds reinterpret Dylan's catalog with jangly guitars and harmonies, infusing their signature folk rock sound with fresh interpretations. This album is significant as it highlights The Byrds' role in popularizing Bob Dylan's work within the rock genre, bridging audiences to folk music. It received positive reviews for its fresh takes on classic tracks, contributing to the band's legacy and introducing younger listeners to Dylan's songwriting through another lens. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Byrds Play Dylan sound like?
The Byrds reinterpret Dylan's catalog with jangly guitars and harmonies, infusing their signature folk rock sound with fresh interpretations. Rooted in folk rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes The Byrds Play Dylan by The Byrds notable?
This album is significant as it highlights The Byrds' role in popularizing Bob Dylan's work within the rock genre, bridging audiences to folk music. It received positive reviews for its fresh takes on classic tracks, contributing to the band's legacy and introducing younger listeners to Dylan's songwriting through another lens. Released in 1979, 'The Byrds Play Dylan' came during a period of decline for the band after their peak in the mid-1960s. This compilation features their interpretations of Bob Dylan's songs, showcasing their enduring influence on folk rock even as they navigated lineup changes and shifting musical landscapes.
How many songs are on The Byrds Play Dylan?
The Byrds Play Dylan has 20 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 All I Really Want to Do Standout 2:04
- 2 Chimes of Freedom Standout 3:51
- 3 It’s All Over Now, Baby Blue 3:04
- 4 Lay Down Your Weary Tune 3:31
- 5 Lay Lady Lay (single version) 3:17
- 6 Mr. Tambourine Man Standout 2:31
- 7 My Back Pages 3:09
- 8 Nothing Was Delivered 3:24
- 9 Positively 4th Street (live) 3:10
- 10 Spanish Harlem Incident 1:59
- 11 The Times They Are A‐Changin’ 2:18
- 12 This Wheel’s on Fire 4:45
- 13 You Ain’t Goin’ Nowhere 2:34
- 14 It’s Alright Ma (I’m Only Bleeding) (live) 3:03
- 15 Just Like a Woman 3:55
- 16 Lay Lady Lay (alternate version) 3:18
- 17 The Times They Are A‐Changin’ (early version) 1:54
- 18 Mr. Tambourine Man (live) 2:30
- 19 Chimes of Freedom (live) 3:24
- 20 Paths of Victory 3:09
Release Date
January 1, 1979
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
61 min 0 sec
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