You would think that in a twofer double CD by The Byrds that the one to accompany their second album 1965's Turn! Turn! Turn! would be their 3rd one 1966's Fifth Dimension. Well you would be wrong there.
Rather it is accompanied by their 5th album from 1968 namely The Notorious Byrd Brothers. According to Wiki the album represents the pinnacle of the Byrds' late-'60s musical experimentation, with the band blending together elements of psychedelia, folk rock, country, electronic music , baroque pop and jazz . That's most bases covered then.
It wouldn't by The Byrds without a degree of controversy and animosity. David Crosby, who could cause a row in an empty house, was fired by Chris Hillman and Roger McGuinn leading to the return of Gene Clark. The Notorious Byrd Brothers is therefore an inspired name for tha album.
Having had a further look at their discography I have decided to focus on their eight 60s releases only. By my calculations that means I have only Mr Tambourine Man, Dr Byrds & Mr Hyde and Ballad of Easy Rider to get. Wish me happy hunting.
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