Historical Artist Profile
The Byrds
⭐ HOF Inductee / Class of 1991
Biography & Overview
The Byrds ( BURDZ) were an American rock band formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1964. The band underwent multiple lineup changes; frontman Roger McGuinn (known as Jim McGuinn until mid-1967) was the sole consistent member. For a short time in the mid-1960s, the Byrds were among the most popular groups in the world, with critics considering them to be among the most influential rock acts of their era.
🇺🇸 US Billboard Tracking History
3 Charted Tracks
"Mr. Tambourine Man"
Entered Charts: 1965
#1 HIT
"Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is A Season)"
Entered Charts: 1965
#1 HIT
"Eight Miles High"
Entered Charts: 1966
Peak: #14
🇬🇧 UK Official Charts History
7 Charted Tracks
"Mr Tambourine Man"
Entered Charts: 1965
#1 HIT
"All I Ally Want To Do"
Entered Charts: 1965
Peak: #4
"Chestnut Ma"
Entered Charts: 1971
Peak: #19
"Eight Miles High"
Entered Charts: 1966
Peak: #24
"Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is A Season)"
Entered Charts: 1965
Peak: #26
"You Ain'T Goin' Nowhe"
Entered Charts: 1968
Peak: #45
"Four Dimensions"
Entered Charts: 1990
Peak: #78