Formed in Los Angeles in 1964, The Byrds began life as an influential folk-rock
band before becoming one of the true pioneers of country-rock. Founded by
singers and guitarists Jim (later Roger) McGuinn, David Crosby, and Gene Clark
as The Jet Set, the group began playing the folk clubs in Los Angeles and
recorded a single under the name The Beefeaters. Wanting to move towards a more
rock-oriented sound inspired by their love of The Beatles and Bob Dylan, the
trio brought in bassist Chris Hillman and drummer Michael Clarke and changed
their name to The Byrds. The group then becam...