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Never Before

The Byrds · 1987

45 min · 17 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic rock · country rock

A reflective collection of folk rock and country influences with a touch of psychedelic whimsy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective moments for quiet thinking
  • steady pacing for relaxed listening
  • nostalgic vibes with whimsical touches
  • short tracks for focused sessions
  • gentle background for casual gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer lengthy, sprawling compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on December 1, 1987, 'Never Before' came during a period when The Byrds were revisiting their classic sound after a series of lineup changes. This compilation features previously unreleased tracks and single versions, showcasing the band's evolution since their influential debut in the mid-1960s.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Mr. Tambourine Man 2:19
  • 2 I Knew I'd Want You 2:18
  • 3 She Has a Way 2:32
  • 4 It's All Over Now, Baby Blue 2:59
  • 5 Never Before 3:03
  • 6 Eight Miles High 3:22
  • 7 Why 2:43
  • 8 Triad 3:32
  • 9 It Happens Each Day 2:37
  • 10 Lady Friend 2:33
  • 11 I Know My Rider (I Know You, Rider) 2:49
  • 12 Why (single version) 3:03
  • 13 She Don't Care About Time 2:31
  • 14 Flight 713 (instrumental) 2:36
  • 15 Psychodrama City 2:22
  • 16 Don't Make Waves (single version) 1:37
  • 17 Moog Raga (instrumental) 2:55

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