Mr. Tambourine Man

by The Byrds

Overview

One of the greatest debuts in the history of rock, Mr. Tambourine Man was nothing less than a significant step in the evolution of rock & roll itself, demonstrating that intelligent lyrical content could be wedded to compelling electric guitar riffs and a solid backbeat. It was also the album that was most responsible for establishing folk-rock as a popular phenomenon, its most alluring traits being Roger McGuinn's immediately distinctive 12-string Rickenbacker jangle and the band's beautiful harmonies. The material was uniformly strong, whether they were interpreting Bob Dylan (on the title cut and three other songs, including the hit single "All I Really Want to Do"), Pete Seeger ("The Bells of Rhymney"), or Jackie DeShannon ("Don't Doubt Yourself, Babe"). The originals were lyrically less challenging, but equally powerful musically, especially Gene Clark's "I Knew I'd Want You," "I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better," and "Here Without You"; "It's No Use" showed a tougher, harder-rocking side and a guitar solo with hints of psychedelia. ~ Richie Unterberger

Product Details

Release Date:	04/10/2012
Label:	Music On Vinyl
UPC:	8718469530465
Rank:	45241

Album Credits

Performance Credits

The Byrds   Primary Artist
Chris Hillman   Bass,Vocals,Mandolin,Guitar (Bass),Vocals (Background)
Larry Knechtel   Bass (Electric)
Gene Clark   Guitar,Vocals,Tambourine,Lead Vocals,Guitar (Rhythm)
Jerry Cole   Guitar (Rhythm)
Michael Clarke   Drums
David Crosby   Guitar,Vocals,Guitar (Rhythm)
Hal Blaine   Drums
Leon Russell   Piano (Electric)
Roger McGuinn   Banjo,Guitar,Vocals,Lead Vocals,Guitar (12 String)
Crosby & Nash   Vocals,Guitar (Rhythm)

Technical Credits

Terry Melcher   Producer
Bob Irwin   Producer,Memorabilia,Photography,Reissue Producer
Bob Dylan   Composer
Jackie DeShannon   Composer
G. Clark   Composer
Gene Clark   Composer
Pete Seeger   Composer
H. Parker   Composer
David Crosby   Composer
David Fricke   Liner Notes
Vic Anesini   Mixing,Remixing,Mastering,Remastering
Roger McGuinn   Leader,Composer
Hope Chasin   Packaging Manager
Johnny Rogan   Song Notes,Liner Notes
Adam Block   Project Director
Barry Feinstein   Photography,Original Cover Photography
Hughie Charles   Composer
Idris Davies   Composer
Shawn R. Britton   Mastering
Billy James   Liner Notes
Ross Parker   Composer