What makes Turn! Turn! Turn! by The Byrds notable?

The album features the title track, which became a number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100, highlighting The Byrds' ability to reinterpret contemporary folk music. Its critical acclaim helped solidify the band's role as pioneers of folk rock, influencing countless artists and shaping the sound of the 1960s. Released on December 6, 1965, 'Turn! Turn! Turn!' was The Byrds' second album, following their groundbreaking debut 'Mr. Tambourine Man'. By this time, the band was solidifying its influence in the burgeoning folk rock scene, seamlessly integrating jangly guitars and introspective lyrics while building on the momentum of their commercial success.

Who is Turn! Turn! Turn! for?

Turn! Turn! Turn! works well if you're into poignant lyrical reflections, dynamic flow with varied pacing and thoughtful, contemplative listening sessions.

How many songs are on Turn! Turn! Turn!?

Turn! Turn! Turn! has 18 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

Turn! Turn! Turn!

The Byrds · 1965

49 min · 18 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic rock · country rock

A harmonious blend of folk rock and psychedelic elements, infused with poignant lyrical reflections on life and change.

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Why this album works

The album features the title track, which became a number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100, highlighting The Byrds' ability to reinterpret contemporary folk music. Its critical acclaim helped solidify the band's role as pioneers of folk rock, influencing countless artists and shaping the sound of the 1960s.

Best for: poignant lyrical reflections dynamic flow with varied pacing thoughtful, contemplative listening sessions
Context: Released on December 6, 1965, 'Turn! Turn! Turn!' was The Byrds' second album, following their groundbreaking debut 'Mr. Tambourine Man'. By this time, the band was solidifying its influence in the burgeoning folk rock scene, seamlessly integrating jangly guitars and introspective lyrics while building on the momentum of their commercial success.
Stylistic neighbors: Bob Dylan· Eagles· Jimmy Buffett

Tracklist

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

1 Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season) Standout 3:54
2 It Won’t Be Wrong 2:01
3 Set You Free This Time Standout 2:52
4 Lay Down Your Weary Tune 3:33
5 He Was a Friend of Mine Standout 2:34
6 The World Turns All Around Her 2:16
7 Satisfied Mind 2:30
8 If You’re Gone 2:49
9 The Times They Are a-Changin’ 2:22
10 Wait and See 2:22
11 Oh! Susannah 3:13
12 The Day Walk (Never Before) 3:04
13 She Don’t Care About Time (single version) 2:33
14 The Times They Are a-Changin’ (first version) 1:58
15 It’s All Over Now, Baby Blue (version 1) 3:06
16 She Don’t Care About Time (version 1) 2:39
17 The World Turns All Around Her (alternate mix) 2:16
18 Stranger in a Strange Land (instrumental) 3:04

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