The Byrds, a pioneering force in the folk rock and country rock genres, present an untitled and previously unissued live album recorded in early 1970 at the Felt Forum and Colden Center Auditorium in New York City. This collection captures the band's electrifying performances during a pivotal period in their career, showcasing their signature harmonies and genre-blending sound that would influence generations of musicians.
The album opens with a series of live tracks from March 1970 at the Felt Forum, including their renditions of "Lover of the Bayou," "Positively 4th Street," and "Nashville West." These tracks highlight the Byrds' ability to infuse their unique style into both original compositions and cover songs. The setlist also features live performances from February 1970 at the Colden Center Auditorium, including psychedelic rock anthems like "So You Want to Be a Rock 'n' Roll Star," "Mr. Tambourine Man," and "Eight Miles High."
In addition to the live tracks, the album includes a selection of studio recordings and alternate versions of songs like "Chestnut Mare," "Truck Stop Girl," and "Kathleen's Song." These tracks offer a glimpse into the band's creative process and the evolution of their sound during this era.
With a total runtime of nearly two hours, this untitled album is a comprehensive journey through the Byrds' live performances and studio experiments of 1970. Fans of folk rock, country rock, and psychedelic rock will appreciate the raw energy and musical prowess displayed throughout this collection. The Byrds' untitled album is a testament to their enduring legacy and their ability to seamlessly blend various musical styles into a cohesive and captivating whole.
Originally released 1970. All rights reserved by Columbia Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Lover of the Bayou - Live at the Felt Forum, NYC, NY - March 1970The Byrds
Positively 4th Street - Live at the Felt Forum, NYC, NY - March 1970The Byrds
Nashville West - Live at the Felt Forum, NYC, NY - March 1970The Byrds
So You Want to Be a Rock 'n' Roll Star - Live at Colden Center Auditorium, Queens, NY - February 1970The Byrds
Mr. Tambourine Man - Live at Colden Center Auditorium, Queens, NY - February 1970The Byrds
Mr. Spaceman - Live at Colden Center Auditorium, Queens, NY - February 1970The Byrds
Eight Miles High - Live at Colden Center Auditorium, Queens, NY - February 1970The Byrds
Chestnut MareThe Byrds
Truck Stop GirlThe Byrds
All the ThingsThe Byrds
Yesterday's TrainThe Byrds
Hungry PlanetThe Byrds
Just a SeasonThe Byrds
Take a Whiff on MeThe Byrds
You All Look AlikeThe Byrds
Welcome Back HomeThe Byrds
All the Things - Alternate VersionThe Byrds
Yesterday's Train - Alternate VersionThe Byrds
Lover of the Bayou - Studio VersionThe Byrds
Kathleen's Song - Alternate VersionThe Byrds
White's Lightning - Part 2The Byrds
Willin'The Byrds
You Ain't Goin' Nowhere - Live at the Felt Forum, NYC, NY - March 1970The Byrds
Old Blue - Live at the Felt Forum, NYC, NY - March 1970The Byrds
It's Alright Ma (I'm Only Bleeding) - Live at the Felt Forum, NYC, NY - March 1970The Byrds
Ballad Of Easy Rider - Live at the Felt Forum, NYC, NY - March 1970The Byrds
My Back Pages - Live at the Felt Forum, NYC, NY - March 1970The Byrds
Take a Whiff on Me - Live at the Felt Forum, NYC, NY - March 1970The Byrds
Jesus Is Just Alright - Live at the Felt Forum, NYC, NY - March 1970The Byrds
This Wheel's on Fire - Live at the Felt Forum, NYC, NY - March 1970The Byrds