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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration of themes
- live renditions with fresh energy
- contemplative moments for reflection
- short bursts of lyrical depth
- waves of jangly guitar melodies
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone radio hits
Where this album fits
- Career context
- 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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Flying Burrito Brothers· Buffalo Springfield· Gram Parsons
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All I Really Want to Do 2:04
- 2 Chimes of Freedom 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 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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