Influential American country/folk/psychedelic rock band founded in Los Angeles in 1964. They recorded 12 studio albums before disbanding in 1973. During this period the band underwent several line-up changes with frontman [a=Roger McGuinn] remaining the only constant member. In 1991 The Byrds were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991.
Members have included Gene Clark (tambourine and vocals), Mike Clarke , David Crosby (guitar and vocals), Chris Hillman , Roger McGuinn (guitar and vocals), Gram Parsons , Skip Battin , Gene Parsons , Kevin Kelley , Clarence White.
On their recording of "Mr. Tambourine Man", their first hit song, Roger McGuinn was the only member of the group who actually played an instrument; the rest of the music was performed by session musicians. The other members of the group, however, did supply the vocals.
