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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Flying Burrito Brothers· Buffalo Springfield· Gram Parsons
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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