Mr. Tambourine Man

Lots of The Byrds these past few weeks. This is the best of them IMO, and the album I think defines them.

Apparently I quite like the Byrds as majority of albums from me have got a 4 (one got a 1 which was sweetheart if the rodeo). It continues, this is catchy and an enjoyable listen...do we need 5 Byrds albums... probably not, but they've been spaced far enough appart that I've not got completely sick of them...yet

Good songs, but a little too much of the same throughout

ok

This was fine, I didn't like it anywhere close to as much as an earlier album from The Byrds on this list that had some heavy Gram Parsons, but this was fine.

Boring . Didn't listen past 30 seconds. Don't need to explain myself. HueHueHue

I just enjoyed it that's my note

Pretty boring

Not the most awful album in the world, but it comes over as a bit derivative to say the least. Obviously strongly influenced by the Beatles in places, with lots of songs about relationships that seem a bit forced. The more psychedelic tracks save this from a single star rating, but it's not quite enough for 3 stars. We'll Meet Again was an awful end to the album and left a bad taste.

Just squeaks into 4 stars or B- for me. Good album but I have never been a big fan of the Byrds and this didn't change that.

The beginning of folk rock and an absolutely wonderful album. That 12 string guitar (especially that riff on Tambourine Man) creates some of the most iconic guitar sounds to come out of the sixties, and the harmonies are incredible. Gene Clark does not get enough credit for his pop genius along with Crosby and McGuinn, and I'll Feel A Whole Lot Better is a near perfect song.

I get that this was influential and the harmonies and the 12-string jangly guitar but the album is one hit and a whole lot of meh filler.

kinda like the beatles, solid

many short songs. chill. beatles-esque

Takie amerykanskie beatlesy. Może być 3/5

Mr tambourine man I’ll feel a whole lot better Spanish harlem incident

The Byrds are the sound of the 60s. This record shows the transition rock music was going through at the time and became what so many other bands in the 60s did.

It makes me want the harmonization of the Mamas and the Papas. I like the instrumentation but everything else is kind of meh, hasn't held up over time. 2.5* rounded down, I think.

Folkier Beatles - very enjoyable.

still underwhelmed

1965. As you’d expect expect they have their own sound - kind of a Beatles Monkees combo.

After the first two hits (of which “I Feel a Whole Lot Better” really clicks), it’s kinda bland. No great deep cut discoveries. The Bo Diddley stuff in Don’t Doubt Yourself, Babe is ok, but it’s still their voices. I’ll listen to Dylan or Petty first. We ain’t meeting again, guys.

Yep, another one from this genre. And the Americans moan about too much Britpop. Jangly and pleasant but a bit dull. Mr Tambourine Man is good but not their song. And the cover of We’ll Meet Again is a shocker. Next!

The Tyrds.

Very good Byrds album, contains a fair share of classic songs, but perhaps a little too inconsistent for the full five stars (as opposite to some of their later albums which are even better).

High quality songs performed with nice harmonies and guitar playing.

Extremely forgettable. The 60’s vibe is not my taste and it was pretty boring

Good but you can’t give a covers album higher than 3 imho.

It Bit Byrd Shit

It's a good album by a good band, I just can't pretend to find The Byrds even remotely as interesting as Dimery clearly does

Not my thing really

Hey, I know this! Started just as expected, and became happily less so. I prefer when they turn sultry and minor. Funnily enough I also prefer a lot of the alternate versions. Don't Doubt Yourself, Babe was a cute encouraging song even tho it has hardly any plays compared with many others, but it was very welcome :))

Mega ***

Mr. Tambourine Man I'll Feel A Whole Lot Better Spanish Harlem Incident All I Really Want To Do Don't Doubt Yourself, Babe Chimes Of Freedom We'll Meet Again

I honestly thought this was boring and everything sounded the same

Jingly jangly 60s indie pop. Fine but nothing else

8/10 Sólido, sonido muy sesentoso, lindos coros y buena mezcla. Arranca con dos temazos que destacan. Mejor tema: I'll feel a whole lot better

Mr. Tambourine Man mi pare quella più debole rispetto alle altre. Ma sono tutte cover? Ma che senso ha? No, ok, quelle migliori sono le originali e non le cover di Bob Dylan. Anche "it's no use" ad esempio, pazzesco come siano quelle meno considerate.

A Classic of the folk aesthetic of the era. Not flashy, but well crafted and well executed songs.

Excellent album

Well, here we are! “Mr. Tambourine Man” by The Byrds is the album that had a significant influence on the evolution of folk rock and what we now call jangle pop. It’s fascinating that a simple ’60s pop song, where a dude does a “jingle ma jig” type thing on his guitar and adds some straightforward, catchy lyrics about a jingle and a jangle, can go on to create a whole new genre of music. This album paved the path for timeless bands like R.E.M., The Smiths, The Go-Betweens, The Chills, The Church, Teenage Fanclub, and many others. Initially, I would give the album a 3.5, but considering its cultural impact and the legacy it left for years to come, I’ll round it up to a 4. Overall, the album is fun, lighthearted, and easy to listen to. It’s definitely worth a spin for any true fan of music. Its influence on future generations of musicians cannot be overstated.

Nice 60s chill

The second album I’ve had so far by The Byrds l, I definitely preferred this one. Nice catchy pop but the songs did all sound similar to each other. Listens: 2 Fave Track: I’ll Feel A Whole Lot Better Rating: 3

It's the sound of the 60s - I find it somewhat soothing.

Ehhhh I think the Byrds didn't need this many albums on the list. It's pretty fine sounding mid-60s folk rock. Nothing really elevates beyond many other albums from that era.

Not much to say, it was ok

Classic, mellow, warming music

Not a bad album, but nothing standout.Turn! Turn! Turn is much better

Haven't heard this for years, seem to remember buying a Byrds box set. Enjoyed this more than I expected, high quality jangle pop

Wel okee maar deed me niet heel veel

Leuk hoor, lekker beatles vibe, beetje bob dlan coveren, ga hem alleen denk ik niet nog een keer helemaal luisteren

Lekker hoor, weer zo'n klassiek "The .... " band Kende alleen "Mr. Tambourine man" zelf, rest van het album ook lekker

When I'm in the "Blandest band of all time" competition and my opponent is The Byrds: 😱😱😱 Swear to god, these guys are to music what a corrugated steel shack is to architecture. It's like if you took The Beatles and removed everything that makes them interesting. Featuring the world's least interesting cover of "We'll Meet Again" ever conceived. Actually sort of an achievement to make that song not sound emotionally moving in the slightest. Not a fan.

Nothing special about this in my opinion.... Not too bad, not too good.

Listening to this album I can't help thinking that The Byrds really paved the way, sonically, for bands like R.E.M., Let's Active, Green on Red, to name a few. I guess maybe my enjoyment of the album has something to do with this being the remastered version, but the sound production is perfect- vocals in front and each instrument comes through crisp and clear. I dont know if that made me like the album even more then I would have but I simply love the jangling guitar and the amazing harmonies. A new favorite.

Favourites: Mr tambourine man, I'll feel a whole lot better, chimes of freedom, you and me instrumental. A pleasant album but a little bland for my taste. 3/5

Lowkey boring, but has a nice familiar sound that's honestly kinda comforting. Sounds like its time. I think if it were sunny outside while I listened to this I would enjoy it a lot more. Unfortunately I am instead stuck fighting for my life at school. Favourites were Mr. Tambourine Man, I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better, All I Really Wanna Do, and We'll Meet Again. Average 3

Big things were happening in this area of rock. The Byrds were a big part of that. Nice music.

I like it, but most of it is not very memorable. Favorite song: it's no use.

Nice but bland is my summary of the Byrds entire ouervre

You can't beat the harmonies and crisp guitar rhythms that make The Byrds so recognizable. I mean The Byrds is the only reason I know what a 12-string Rickenbacker is. It is hard to deny the influence the Byrds had on rock music. Not to mention the talent that came out of this band (David Crosby)! the only knock on this is that it's a cover album essentially. But a good one, and one where the songs selected almost all become their own and in some cases, I think people probably think they are Byrds originals! We'll Meet Again is the ultimate closing track. Gives me chills. This is easy listening folk rock, and if not for The Byrds, would CSNY be what it became? Probably? Either way, this is certainly essential listening in the pantheon of important modern musical art.

Just a bit boring

Pretty forgettable songs apart from the Dylan stuff but it sounds great! One to revisit

The Byrd’s Mr. Tambourine Man is extremely boring. I liked I’ll Feel a Whole Lot Better because the instruments used in that song sound good, and the vocals are nice and clear. Otherwise, the songs don’t sound bad, but they are just not that interesting. All in all, Mr. Tambourine Man is an alright album. Best Song: I’ll Feel a Whole Lot Better Wort Song: All I Really Want To Do

The reasons why Oh, I can't say I have to let you go, baby And run away After what you did I can't stay on And I'll probably feel a whole lot better when you're gone Baby, for a long time You had me believe That your love was all mine And that's the way it would be But I didn't know That you were putting me on And I'll probably feel a whole lot better when you're gone Oh, when you're gone 4/5

Good album

if they're a byrd im a byrd. downloaded 1,2,4,5,7,8,9,10,12 and 13

Great!

Wrote a glowing review and it didn’t take. Not doing it again, it’s 2:30 AM! Solid work by a legendary band in the American Folk Rock genre.

Jingle jangle. Dylan civer. Jingle jangle. Distinctive sound. Jingle jangle. Bit dull. Jingle jangle....repeat.

I dislike that I really like this album, because it is the album that launched a thousand ships full of jangle pop, Pitchfork-core, pretentious indie bands, and we are still suffering the consequences 50+ years later. But Mr. Tambourine Man is just so happy melodically yet so melancholic lyrically, and I’m a sucker for both of those things. This album is a sweet spot between everything I love in music and everything I hate. Also, I’m a sucker for a fisheye lens, so there’s that.

De titelsong is wereldberoemd en klinkt helemaal geweldig! Maar hoe zit het met de rest? Ook leuk! Alles bij elkaar, een prima album.

If the color beige was a band, it'd be The Byrds. Four of their best songs are Dylan covers; and to be fair I like their versions better. That being said, their songs are like wallpaper, you kind of forget about them.

The four best songs on this album are all Bob Dylan covers. I go back to the Byrds version of 'Spanish Harlem Incident' and 'Chimes of Freedom' often.

Apart from the classic title song "Mr. Tambourine Man", the rest of this folk-rock album is beginning to sound a bit dated now.

It was cool but the Byrds have s distinctive sound that can get monotonous after a while.

Byrds fan from their beginning. Still follow individual members in their new endeavors.

I respect the byrds and I’m sure a lot of the music I like was influenced by them, but I’ve never fully gotten on board. The jangles start to sound too similar to me after a while. Still, it’s a good listen with some great tracks and covers. Light 4.

Wasn’t anything special about this to me. Sounded like typical 60s stuff

An important album in the evolution of folk rock. The jangly guitars are a signature sound. While I do love the Dylan covers, it does make the album feel a bit dependent on outside help to me. Definitely belongs on the list, unlike so many others we've heard.

Really nice tunes with some beautiful harmonies and clearly key in the development of folk rock. However, lots of these songs sound the same to me and so they kind of become indistinguishable from each others. “I’ll feel a whole lot better” is the catchiest song for me. What a strong melody! Also, funny to hear “we’ll meet again” so soon after hearing the Johnny Cash version.

quite a distinctive sound, all remind me of. mr tambourine man or eight miles high

Like all the other Byrds albums I’ve had so far, this one is OK. There’s some great songs, and some mediocre ones. On the whole, I’ve found none of their albums (that I’ve heard so far) to have been earth shattering and ‘Mr. Tambourine Man’ is no exception. It’s the definition of average. Having said that, The Byrds are just about the perfect singles band, and a greatest his comp would probably be pretty good, and the perfect way to listen to their best songs, whilst avoiding listening to all the filler found on their albums.

Very good record

"Mr. Tambourine Man" by The Byrds is a seminal album that helped define the folk rock genre. Released in 1965, it features the band's iconic jangly guitar sound and lush vocal harmonies, blending traditional folk songs with contemporary rock elements. The title track, a Bob Dylan cover, became an instant classic and set the tone for the rest of the album. Other highlights include "All I Really Want to Do," "Chimes of Freedom," and "Spanish Harlem Incident," all showcasing The Byrds' impeccable musicianship and innovative approach to folk music. While some critics may argue that the album lacks consistency and original material, its influence on the development of folk rock cannot be overstated. "Mr. Tambourine Man" remains a timeless classic and a must-listen for fans of 1960s rock music.

Its ok

It's nice and jangly, and whips along at a fair old pace. This just reminds me of Saturday mornings, my dad playing this album while cooking a bacon sandwich for everyone. Nostalgia!

Just ok. Beatles-like and not deep

not bad 3.5 ish

Don’t know how to rate since it’s not a five but it stacks up with rubber soul…..? 4

Tambourine kennt man

it's alright much samey

I enjoyed this one much more than their C&W album that came later. Just well written, yet simple songs. I can really hear the influences that were shared between them and Dylan.

Bra eftersom att de hade gjort Bob Dylan låtar, men tråkigt för att de inte gör sin egen grej och lite tröttar ut låtarna Favvolåt: Mr tambourine man

Pretty cool how back then you could make an entire career out of playing dylan songs

Битлз и Боб Дилан в одном обличии. Это и есть дебютник птичек. Если бы я не слышал уже у рамках данного марафона на что они будут способы в дальнейшем, поставил бы 1, а так чуть повыше.

Liked Song Mr. Tambourine Man

Mr. Tambourine Man is the debut album by the American rock band the Byrds. It's a folk rock album consisting of covers and originals written primarily by Gene Clark. It is the band's most successful album and has been recognized as one of the first folk rock albums - where electric guitars and rock music is melded with smart, folksy lyrics. The titular single was released before the album to universal acclaim and propelled the album up the charts in the US and UK. This important folk rock album from a US band challenged the dominance of UK bands like the Beatles and inspired many other acts to try their hand at similar sounding music. I enjoyed this album, especially the titular single. Although the recordings are showing their age, it's the classic folk rock music that sounds timeless. Fans of rock will like Mr. Tambourine Man.

The Byrds are fun, but most of their stuff just fades into the others.

Solid - 7/10

I've realized if I don't listen closely all these 60s albums will sound like the Beatles. Some of the songs kind of dragged since it seems like all of them are talking about the same thing. But overall I liked it.

Maybe it’s cause I’ve not been listening to the recent albums but idk how to differentiate between 4s n 5s and 3s n 4s.. anyways 6.5/10

Some gratuitous use of stereo. Pretty rippin and fun but not really my style 6/10

8/10 - Quite enjoyable. It sounded very pleasant and while they were similar they worked well for me. Mr. Tambourine Man went hard.

Low key sounded like the Beatles but just not as good 6/10

Enjoyable album, although a little boring at times. Mr. Tambourine man is a banger though. I have listened to that song probably like 15 times today 8/10

Fine

I'm a child of this time - what shall I say :-)

If folk rock was America’s answer to the British Invasion, let’s all just be happy that we won the Revolutionary War. Seemed like the music of 60s flower children just trying to be one with nature. (1.4*s)

This is like the Beatles crossed with Dylan, with a lot more jingle-jangle and harmonized singing. It's not unpleasant but it's not something I'd play either. Why are there so many albums full of cover songs on this list? The darker, more ominous ones like "Here Without You" and "It's No Use" are a smidge better. It's easy to listen to but you can also forget it's there, middlin.

Some good ones but mostly a bunch of yawners. Again an album with mostly covers doesn't feel worthy of the list. The psychedelic sound of the guitar was different but I found myself drifting off and not paying attention to the music. Maybe it was the drugs I didn't take but should have.

Evidently this was our best answer to the British invasion? The guitar work is nice in parts but otherwise it's a handful of forgettable singles and couple Dylan covers. It's fine, I guess but really nothing special. 2.1 stars

classic 60s Byrds

Surprisingly decent folk record - I was cringing at the idea of spending the day listening to a stalwart of 60s folk psychedelia - but it still holds up as a whole and gets better throughout its length.

Soft 3. Enjoyed the guitar.

The Wes Andersonification of Bob Dylan?? Jeg må tilslutte mig Claus skepsis - det er ikke dårligt, men hvorfor lytte til dette når Bob Dylan allerede har lavet 1/3 af albummet? 2,5! Måske en 3'er på en solskinsdag! Min niece ville elske den!

Har aldrig rent faktisk hørt den her før, men jeg var 100 sikker på at jeg skulle være kontrær Byrds elsker. Men nah, det er sgu lidt kedeligt, og alle Dylan numrene er bedre i Dylans udgave. Forstår godt hvorfor der er en scene i I'm Not There hvor Dylan kalder The Byrds for "that groovy cover band"

Folk-rock, nice. En hel debutplade hvor halvdelen af sangene er Dylan covers? Arghh..

60’s chill music. Couple of catchy songs. Easy album to listen to.

Sleepy music 😴

I’m at about a 2.5, but I’m giving it a 2 because they didn’t even write the songs that were actually decent.

Good album

I get it, they're famous, and highly influential in the days of early folk rock, but it was kinda meh.

Bit hippy, folksy hassled by the man for my taste though I like "I'll feel a whole lot better"

Definitely brings the 60s sound. Weird hybrid of early Beatles and Dylan? I thought I would like it more but I found it overall just fine.

Just kinda middle of the pack 60s music. I kidan enjoyed it more than other sbut not enough to give more than 3 tbh

Nice harmonies

Sounds like early Beatles but not as good

A lot better than the country album, with a few highlights. But still not that special

Decent but not memorable

Liked it but not as much as the previous Byrds albums (Notorious Byrd Brothers). It feels a lot like The California Beatles and the best numbers here are jangly covers of Dylan songs. I like their sound but evidently they got better as they started writing their own stuff.

Mid-sixties jangly-folky-hippie stuff. A good representation of the genre, but not my wheelhouse

fine

I think the Vera Lynn cover tanked this one for me.

That 12 string sounds amazing. Overall it's pretty great

2/15/24. The origin of jangle pop? It's cliché to say this is Beatles-esque, but it's what came to mind while listening to this album, of course in a good way! The harmonies were also enjoyable to experience.

Fine.

My second Byrds album on this list. The typical sound of the 60s, the jangling Rickenbacker, the harmonics, and the Dylan songs all guarantee a good listening time.

This album can be seen as an American answer to the British Invasion. It features a jangly Rickenbacker 12 string guitar, a similar backbeat, and close harmonies. However, as much as the Byrds owe to the British Invasion, they owe much to the American folk tradition. This album popularized the emergent genre of folk-rock and remains an influence on successive generations of artists ranging from folk to new wave

pretty

Que decir. Antiguo. No impresiona. No explota. Nada.

All this music sounds exactly the same to me besides tambourine man. Every song the same guitar sound. No special tracks besides the first and maybe second track.

When an album starts with one of the quintessential Dylan covers, you know you’re going to have a good time. Propelled by Roger McGuinn’s beautiful jangly twelve-string and impeccable harmonies, the Byrds prove why they deserve their title as one of the great folk rock acts.

Mister

Not bad, but didn’t leave much of an impression.

The Byrds are Los Angeles’ imitation Beatles. Heavily influenced by the English group, The Byrds sound extremely similar, with a slightly more prominent rock sound. Most of this album is Bob Dylan covers in the Beatles’ style. Their renditions of “Mr. Tambourine Man” and “We’ll Meet Again” are noteworthy.

Introduction: Released in 1965, "Mr. Tambourine Man" marked a pivotal moment in the history of folk and rock music. The Byrds, a band from Los Angeles, skillfully blended folk and rock elements, creating an album that not only defined the folk-rock genre but also influenced countless artists that followed. In this in-depth review, we will delve into the album's lyrics, music, production, themes, and its lasting influence on the music industry. Lyrics: The album's title track, "Mr. Tambourine Man," is a lyrical masterpiece, written by the legendary Bob Dylan. The poetic and surreal lyrics take the listener on a dreamlike journey, filled with vivid imagery and introspective reflections. The opening lines, "Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me," serve as an invitation to escape reality and embrace the power of music. The Byrds' interpretation of this song set a high standard for cover versions, with its harmonious vocal delivery and jangly guitars capturing the essence of Dylan's original while adding a distinctive touch. The rest of the album's lyrics maintain a similar poetic quality. Tracks like "I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better" and "Spanish Harlem Incident" showcase the band's ability to craft emotionally resonant and evocative lyrics. The themes explored in the songs range from love and heartbreak to existential pondering, reflecting the social and cultural changes of the 1960s. Music: The Byrds' musical prowess shines throughout "Mr. Tambourine Man." The use of the 12-string Rickenbacker guitar, a signature sound of the band, creates a shimmering and distinctive sonic palette. This jangly guitar sound, showcased prominently in tracks like "All I Really Want to Do," became a hallmark of the folk-rock genre and influenced countless musicians. The vocal harmonies, a key element of The Byrds' sound, are a standout feature. The seamless blend of Roger McGuinn, Gene Clark, and David Crosby's voices creates a rich and melodic tapestry that elevates the album to a higher artistic level. The vocal arrangements in songs like "I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better" and "Chimes of Freedom" demonstrate the band's vocal prowess and their ability to deliver emotionally charged performances. The inclusion of Dylan's material, in addition to other covers and original compositions, showcases the band's versatility. From the upbeat folk-rock of "All I Really Want to Do" to the introspective "I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better," The Byrds demonstrate a range of musical styles that contribute to the album's dynamic appeal. Production: "Mr. Tambourine Man" benefits from the production work of Terry Melcher, who skillfully captures the essence of The Byrds' sound while ensuring a polished and balanced mix. The clarity of each instrument, from the distinctive Rickenbacker guitars to the harmonious vocals, contributes to the album's overall sonic quality. The decision to include both original compositions and covers in the album's tracklist demonstrates a thoughtful curation of material. The production choices enhance the thematic coherence of the album, creating a cohesive listening experience that takes the audience on a journey through the various facets of folk and rock music. Themes: The album reflects the cultural and social shifts of the 1960s. The lyrics often touch on themes of individualism, introspection, and a desire for change. The title track, "Mr. Tambourine Man," encapsulates the countercultural spirit of the time, where music served as a means of liberation and escape from societal norms. Tracks like "I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better" and "Here Without You" delve into the complexities of love and heartbreak, capturing the personal struggles and emotional landscapes of the era. The inclusion of Dylan's socially conscious "Chimes of Freedom" adds a layer of political and cultural relevance to the album. Influence: "Mr. Tambourine Man" had a profound impact on the music industry, influencing the development of the folk-rock genre and shaping the sound of subsequent bands. The use of the 12-string guitar and vocal harmonies became defining elements of the folk-rock movement, with bands like The Byrds paving the way for others, including The Mamas & the Papas and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. The album's influence extends beyond its immediate genre, touching on the broader landscape of popular music. Artists from various genres, including Tom Petty, R.E.M., and The Bangles, have acknowledged the impact of The Byrds and "Mr. Tambourine Man" on their own musical journeys. Pros: Innovative Sound: The use of the 12-string Rickenbacker guitar and harmonious vocals created a unique and influential sound that defined folk-rock. Lyrical Depth: The album features thought-provoking and poetic lyrics, particularly in the iconic title track. Versatility: The inclusion of both covers and original compositions showcases the band's musical versatility. Lasting Influence: The album's impact on the folk-rock genre and its influence on subsequent generations of musicians solidify its place in music history. Cons: Limited Original Material: While the covers are well-executed, the reliance on outside material may be seen as a limitation in terms of showcasing the band's songwriting abilities. Uneven Quality: Some tracks, while competent, may not reach the same level of excellence as the standout moments on the album. Sonic Similarity: The jangly guitar sound, while iconic, is consistently present throughout the album and might become monotonous for some listeners. Conclusion: "Mr. Tambourine Man" stands as a landmark album in the evolution of folk and rock music. The Byrds' innovative sound, coupled with their thoughtful interpretation of diverse material, resulted in a timeless collection of songs. The album's influence is immeasurable, shaping the folk-rock genre and leaving an indelible mark on the broader musical landscape. While not without its minor flaws, "Mr. Tambourine Man" remains a testament to The Byrds' artistic vision and enduring impact on the world of popular music.

Just classic. The sound of the 60’s setting a high standard for those that came after. Each musician is excellent.

Several great songs that awesome artists -- U2, Tom Petty, etc. -- later covered. (Of course, Dylan wrote many of these.) I love the guitar. 30 minutes seems just about right.

Pretty good for the Rents generation music.

Meh

Felt like an SNL skit with Christopher Walken yelling “I gotta have more tambourine”

2.6 First thing that I thought of was the Waynes World quote "Its not just a cleaver name", as this album had an obscene amount of tambourine going on. Album didnt blow my mind or anything but is an ok listen.

Not fun

This was absolutely lovely. I thoroughly enjoyed this as a whole album. I think that I’ll have a few of these on repeat for the next few weeks. Really liked the contrast of the upbeat sounds with the depressing lyrics.

Every song was similar. They never changed their harmony at all. It was all redundant.

Nr. 112/1001 Mr. Tambourine Man 3/5 I'll Feel A Whole Lot Better 4/5 Spanish Harlem Incident 3/5 You Won't Have To Cry 4/5 Here Without You 5/5 The Bells Of Rhymny 2/5 All I Really Want To Do 4/5 I Knew I'd Want You 4/5 It's No Use 4/5 Don't Doubt Yourself, Babe 3/5 Chimes Of Freedom 3/5 We'll Meet Again 3/5 She Has A Way 3/5 Average: 3,46 Good

The twelve string Rickenbacker makes this album sound special and I love it. 'Mr Tambourine Man' is a great cover. But many other songs just don't have the same quality in songwriting. It's the sound that makes this album good, and not really anything else.

I've always liked the Byrds. Jangle pop is fun and easy to listen to. But yeah, the best songs here are Dylan covers with jangly guitars overlaid. The rest is pretty inconsequential, consumable pop music. But it's representative of the '60s, and can be listened to at any time. This could be a 3-star on a bad day, but I'll bump it up for sheer replay value.

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The Bible of the 70s Big Jangle.

Well the sound is iconic, but there is little merit in becoming famous by covering Dylan

This was pretty awful. Bad Dylan covers with a psych-folk vibe which sanitized everything out of the original songs. I can’t decide whether or not this would be good stoned. Probably not.

A very classic good album. Not necessarily the greatest album of all time but one that I'm happy to own on vinyl and give a it a couple spins a year.

Appreciate it was influential, especially the (great) sound. But feels samesy other than the variety from the Dylan songs, not a repeat listen for me.

The musical equivalent of Teflon. No matter how many times I tried to pay attention to this album, I just couldn't. It is just so damn bland. 1.5 stars.

Bit of a one trick pony with the reverb slow chords and harmony of vocals. It holds a good casual listen, with its beatlesque dream-pop and quirky guitar rhythms.

Really great debut album. Folksy-rock goodness all the way through.

So this is what it would sound like if the Beatles spent the early 60s playing Dylan covers……the jangly guitars get kind of irritating after awhile.

A good exercise in consistency, there is an incredibly similar tone between all songs

Despite loving the song Mr. Tambourine Man I actually never listened to the whole album before. Really great!

This is so dry. Half of these songs had me thinking that I know them, but there's a better version of it out there. If you were deep in the 60s and desperate for good music, this might be great. But like almost everything back then, it's a little too dated now unless it brings good lyrics. And this does not.

Not my thing, tends to all blend into one, Mr Tambourine Man has become annoying, I've heard it so much. Probably the best song on the album though.

2/5. Yeah just kind of boring, especially since it's a lot of covers. Just feels lazy, despite this wonderful 12-string guitar that everyone keeps talking about. Like some fun songs but just okay, maybe just wasn't in the mood but that was my experience. Was interested in most of them, the hits were fine though.

Poor man's Beatles. Just ok.

This sounds very 60s British, but to my surprise this band was American, got a nice sound, quite a nice easy listen with its guitar jangles and the delicate singing, it can get a bit tiresome in some ways, but I like the twee vibes here, it's the type of summer vibes that make you feel confident

Love this album. The Byrds harmonies are so comforting.

Never heard the album before, but had heard many of the songs and I can tell the waves of influence it had over many artists. But after about half a dozen songs, they all started sounding the same.

Reminded me of the Beatles but ina good way. Fav Songs: Mr. Tambourine Man, Here Without You, I Knew Id Want You and my biggest fav "Its No Use" Loved the Guitar and even the alternate Version. Solid Album but for me not that much of a Chance of Relistening this Album. Few Songs will get spinned for sure.

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Man, The Byrds are pretty damn boring. I like some songs on one album, and everything else I've listened to by them has been nothing. I'm probably just not super into folk a lot of the time. My favourite song was Mr. Tambourine Man.

Oh, when rock was young and country rock – much less Americana, much less jangle rock – not yet a thing. One knows better than to call this innocent, but it certainly sounds so. They would get better – deeper and more evocative and complex – but what a start this represents; it's earnest and elevating and well-made. "Feel A Whole Lot Better" and "Won't Have to Cry" and "All I Really Want to Do" and "Bells of Rhymney." All this innocence, plus utterly ace tambourine-playing all over the place! Truth in advertising, that.

Mid

The problem with this record is that SO MANY bands of the time have aped this bands sound. Every song sounding more and more like the iconic lead single which happens to also be the albums opener. Still for what this is it is a solid entry into the “Sound of the ‘60s” catalog.

Better than a lot of the sixties bullshit. At least it's pre-psychedelic so that bit if cringe is missing.

Amazing album full of folk rock. Some of the songs didn’t age well, but the covers are good. 4.8/5 Fav: “I’ll Feel a Whole Lot Better” Least Fav: “Spanish Harlem Incident”

i'm a huge byrds fan, so no shock that i love this album. although i don't think it is their best effort, it is their first and arguably, their most monumental. although really, the credit goes to the title track, this album shifted the direction of popular (rock) music from british invasion merseybeat style stuff to something brand new, folk rock, taking the songs of folk music and combining them with a then-modern rock sound. in modern contexts, perhaps this album does not sound impressive or is particularly interesting, but within context, this album is a watershed moment in 20th century popular music.

The Hollies! But with whiney Americans. This album starts well with it's bright jangly folk rock formula... which continues somewhat incessantly throughout. There are some more thoughtful tunes in here that hint at the later works of the personnel. They really sound like copycats at this point to me. Also shiny black shoes and blue jeans. Hmmmm.

The American Rubber Soul, beautiful west coast Folk Rock of 1965

Definitely not the Beatles. Nope. Very different.

Is this just a list of everything Byrds? Because “bonuses” aside, this if the 5th album I’m getting from them here. And let’s make it clear, they ain’t no Beatles, Led Zep, or Pink Floyd.

Nice set of songs

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Loved it

extremely high quality recording, absolutely in awe of the sound quality. not a huge fan of the music itself - a decent background album for sure, but i don’t think i’d go out of my way to listen

60’er folk rock, det er da godt nok

Pretty great. Probably sleeping on the Byrds a little. Don’t love MTM but the rest was enjoyable. 3.5/5

I am listening this album with the great pleasure again . The folk rock is very nice.

It's like a sunny walk through the woods on a scorching day. You can't be in a bad mood when you're listening to this!

Classic 4,5

I can hear this album’s influence all over the place. I think it’s really a testament to Gene Clark’s songwriting that his songs can stand right up next to Dylan covers. Definitely a pleasure listening to this.

A good album, I liked their cover of We'll Meet Again and the instrumental song on the album You And Me. My favourite songs on the album were Chimes of Freedom and Mr Tambourine Man.

Nice sorta what u expected from knowing the single off it

it was ok.

Album 261 of 1001 The Byrds - Mr. Tambourine Man Rating : 5 / 5 (Rounded Up) At the core, this is the period/genre of music I enjoy most. It was released just a couple of months before I was born, surely in anticipation of my arrival. Such a classic sound. Sort of Beatle-esque? Sure but still they are their own. Listening through the 1001 Albums playlist from the beginning to around number 830 (and still going), I have heard a lot of The Byrds. More than maybe should be on the list. This album encompasses their sound the best. Everything else was just gravy. I'm surprised at the low number of plays many of these songs have on Spotify. This is a very, very good album. I wish more would listen.

This album showcases the amazing Roger McGuinn and that 12 string guitar sound - the songs are fun, pop and definately for their time but the songwriting is strong and the harmonies are great. In amongst the songs you'll find Chimes of Freedom which is far from lightweight pop take a listen. The hit from the album is All I Really Want To Do but the album enjoyable even 58 years on from its original release.

Pretty great end to end

Not bad, not great. Just The Byrds.

It was fine. I don't know why I didn't like it more. By the time it finished there were certainly moments like "don't doubt yourself babe" that I really enjoyed but I found myself struggling to keep tuned in throughout the whole listening experience.

Ok. So The Byrds are The Frey to The Beatles Coldplay. A band doing an extremely similar thing, yet somehow even more less interesting version, to an overrated band.

Lovely 60's memories

Lovely harmonies and I enjoy the guitar work as well

One of the few bands to credibly stand alongside the Beatles in the creative explosion that was the 1960s. This album sees the band finding its feet, and deserves much credit, but the real gold appears on later albums.

I guess not all of the music from the 60s was good. The breakup songs on this album have big incel energy. Chimes of freedom was the best track, but only by merit of ots message, not music

Mr. Tambourine Man is one of Dylan's truly great songs, so when the title track of the album is a poor cover of that, you know you're not dealing with anything mind-blowing.

I don't know if I should like this as much as I do, it should be boring but the harmonies are completely lush

Pretty good. Wouldn’t buy it

This is a good album. It all hangs together so well, and the opening track just sets the tone for it all. Great songwriting and delivery. You could say that there is a lack of variety, but this is the classic Byrds style. A very enjoyable listen with a distinctive style.

I enjoyed the whole album, but no single song really stood out to me. It was pleasant enough to listen to.

I actually enjoyed listening to this a lot. I was dreading another 60s pop-rock album, but The Byrds have managed to set themselves apart from what everyone else was doing at the time, while still maintaining classic 60s elements. I had fun listening to this.

I think the vocals drag this down. It sounds like it's going for some kind of mild Kingston Trio folk album thing. It's a good way to make Bob Dylan lyrics sound dumb. The band is pretty good but it's smothered by bland harmonies, and I think the best parts are weakened by having to play fast enough to give the bland folky harmonies some momentum. You can hear some of the cooler little guitar arpeggio stuff show up in post punk and it does make me wonder how much influence carried through. music: hated. (⌐❀_❀)

I know it’s influential, but with all this time between then and now, it kinda sounds like 32 minutes of Spinal Tap’s Listen to the Flower People. I did like the prolonged Bo Diddley bit quite a lot though, that was cool.

Mr. Tambourine Man on kyllä levyn kovin biisi, ehdottomasti! Sellaista letkeää surffipoppia, tulee vähän Beach Boys ja Beatles vibat. Ei yhtään huonoa biisiä tullut eteen.

5.5/10 Nice harmony, nice sound, but no songs to remember

Sweet gentle harmonies.

Liked this, good background noise.

So jangly. So 60s it hurts. Not my thing anymore.

So very bored

It’s good, break up ish lyrics in a lot of the songs, 60ish rock

oke?

Cover album

Possibly the most 60’s album you will find. Not bad not great.

- it’s no use is echt een topper - lekker vrolijke deuntjes - doen me ergens een beetje denken aan de beatles - we’ll meet again komt me heel bekend voor 🤔 - i’ll feel a whole lot better 🤩📻 - door die hoge tonen van die gitaren krijg ik soms echt surf vibes

Een lekker album, luistert makkelijk weg maar ik vind het niet echt iets bijzonders hebben. Niet een album waar je even voor gaat zitten en gaat luisteren. Wel vrolijk en af en toe lekker gitaartje. Grappig, veel nummers zijn covers van Bob Dylan liedjes en een van de bandleden van the Byrds, David Crosby, is toen hij hier wegging de (ook enorm bekende) band Crosby, Stills & Nash begonnen (komt vast nog een keer een album van hen voorbij hehe) Would buy maar dan wel goedkoop, puur als achtergrondmuziek..

Vrolijk, leuk jaren 60 album. Geeft me hippie vibes. Ken van The Byrds het liedje “Turn, Turn, Turn!” maar die is niet van dit album. Van dit album komt “Mr Tambourine Man” me wel bekend voor, is dan ook hun tweede meest bekende nummer haha. Zou het album een 3,5 geven!!!

Lekker albumpje, word er vrolijk van, zeker met hoe ze de gitaar gebruiken en de harmonies. Maar vind het wel bijzonder dat dit als zo influential kan worden gezien als de meeste nummers covers zijn van Bob Dylan.

folk rock années 60 générique 5/10

The only Byrds song I’ve ever liked was Eight Miles High. That has not changed after listening to this album.

This is so freaking good! Love it. Smooth as butter

Really fun part of the canon

Love this album

chill music, great sound all throughout, not that memorable tho

love the byrds

Ah, here are the jangly Byrds I was looking for! After three albums from their 1967-68 era (worth listening to, mind you, but so so very different) I was very happy to finally hear an album of what I always thought of as the Byrds' signature sound. In the jingle jangle morning I'll come following you! Yay!

Yup, this album is The Byrds that I know. I really liked much of it and found some of it kind of just sounding the same and the same. I mean, I guess that is good because I liked it, but it might have lost some sparkle because of that.

Unpopular opinion: I don't much like the song Mr. Tambourine Man. Except the line, "My toes too numb to step wait only for my boot heels to be wandering." That I like. This isn't my favorite 60s sound but sound like the 60s it sure does. I found it hard to tell many of the tracks apart but I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better and Don't Doubt Yourself, Babe, stood out to me.

This is the album I expected from The Byrds. Packed with the songs I know and love along with other tunes that were new to me but very much sounded like they belonged here. It’s amazing how they made the Dylan songs their own. Easy to take this for granted now, so it was good to listen with fresh ears and hear the tsunami of musical influence flowing from this album to this day.

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Brani Preferiti: - "Mr. Tambourine Man" Note: Bella cover. Il resto non fa per me.

Still impressed that they managed to make a whole career with a single guitar sound. Really got a lot of mileage out of a 12 string rickenbacker. Some great tracks, some forgettable ones.

I do really like this. The soft pop style doesn't totally work for me, but the elements of folk rock, that it seems they helped to coin with this album, are excellent. So many Dylan songs which feels really weird to me, and I like them... but don't beat the emotional availability that Dylan uses to highlight his work. Enjoyable listen.

Bit too same-y for me, not much exciting stuff

Bijna maar niet helemaal. Weinig of geen drums maakt het wat chaotisch en inconsistent. Net teveel van hetzelfde.

Wel prima, niets bijzonders, beetje Beatles vibe

Every piece of art is a product of its era, but these chiming folk-pop ditties are straight out of a time capsule. They may have been useful in 1965, but history has rendered them a mere musical artifact.

I'm sure it was one of those that was great, pivotal and groundbreaking when it came out. Now, it's closer to parody than original to my ears - most of the tracks all sound the same, and I can only think about The Thamesmen from Spinal Tap.

Ok

Not a fan...slow and boring for the most part

chill

Wow, a version of Dylan I don’t hate. I like the early rock sound a lot better, and definitely love the harmonies.

Wow this was incredibly boring

The songs all felt very much the same. I get that in its time this was considered a top notch LP, but the music itself doesnt hold up after generations. Its just ok.

I liked the first two tracks go down after that still pretty catchy. 6/10

3+ nice

Decent jangle pop, which you'd expect from The Byrds. Just a bit thin and watery for my taste

I always just compared them to The Beatles, and thought they weren’t anything special. But, objectively, they’re a good, tight band with pretty harmonics and uniquely tuned 12 strings. I will happily listen to this album anytime.

I really enjoyed this one too

Einfalt og ágætt.

The title track is a 6 out of 5 for lyrics, production, and performance. The rest of the album is similar sixties pop/folk. The sound of this record really speaks to me and I feel sixties pop could still be mined for inspiration for new music.

covers...

now they're quote boring. Except Crosby

I'm unsure if I'm just more open to the Byrds sound this time around, or if this album just is better because they're ripping off much better acts and blending them together, but this was pretty alright. I feel a lot of the power of the Bob Dylan tracks was stripped here, but a lot of the other covers had an energy to them that was appreciated, just like the brief runtime of the whole album. Perhaps I should give the other Byrds album another try.

2.5

Extremamente clássico. A primeira música, homônima ao álbum é uma porrada, mas que é difícil ser superada pelas músicas subsequentes. 3 estrelas que poderiam ser 3.5.

Fine, but that's about it

I like far too much stuff influenced directly by this jangle pop to not give a perfect score, even though the Vera Lynn cover is shite.

Está bien, pero se me ha hecho un poco largo y casi todas las canciones me sonaban iguales, además de recordarme a los beatles (mis enemigos públicos)

Nope

2/5. While this album wasn’t bad by any stretch of the imagination. I simply wasn’t too big a fan due to their clear Beatles similarities.

This one seems to have passed me by a bit. Great jangly tight-stringed guitar. Some of the chord changes are satisfying, the harmonies are a touch cheesy and ENO evocative. The tracks are short and punchy which is to their credit but the album sells itself on its title track, an unremarkable cover of bib Dylan's worst song, Mr Tambourine Man. Please play a song for me, any other than that. I dunno a mixed bag.

idk yet

I love The Byrds, and this is a fantastic album. While most of these songs are covers, they're all great, as are the few originals. My favorites are "Mr. Tambourine Man," "I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better," and "Chimes of Freedom."

This is an album filled with songs that would have been right at home on an early Beatles album, coming as it did from the same era. The early albums of the Beatles are not my favourite, so it wasn't a surprise that this album by the Byrds wouldn't be one of my favourites either. All in all, still decent, but the Byrds' later output might prove more interesting.

They’re THEM

The B sides of the boring Beatles albums

They really did have a great sound. Too bad it was just one sound throughout the entire album, though.

5-

3 stars

Pretty good. I like mr tambourine song, but the rest weren’t too memorable for me. Nice chill music though

was high as a kite while listening to this and it felt like i found true peace in this world

I like the record but I know they can do better. This one had to many Dylan songs

Hmm OK I guess

Solid

Ass

Very Beatle-esque but they still have their own distinct sound. Jangly guitars and 3 part harmonies though out. Some political commentary common to the music of the time Great use of stereo. Sounds great when listening with headphones. Why doesn’t anyone do real stereo anymore. It was cool listening to “Mr. Tambourine Man” and hearing guitar on the right channel and bass on the left! Favorites: “I’ll Feel A Whole Lot Better” - cool intro. I like the use of repetition of the verse by the lead vocal by the background singers. “It’s No Use” - great guitar work and very upbeat. Alternate version adds some interesting lead guitar and makes it a much more rockin’ song. “Don’t Doubt Yourself, Babe” - love the drums and vocals. Dig the harmonic solo. This particular album version includes alternative versions of “I’ll Feel A Whole Lot Better” and several other songs. It’s always interesting to hear a different song arrangement.

bland

Just far too jangly.

snooze

A peaceful folk rock album to ease you into that second hit of what ever your poison is. Won't be blasting anyone's pants off but if a chill vibe is what's wanted then give it a go.

The title track is great, one of the best covers I’ve ever heard tbh, and the rest of the album is… pretty good. A solid debut for a band who are still crafting their sound and massively improve on it in later years