Album Info
| Artist: | The Byrds |
| Album: | The Notorious Byrd Brothers |
| Released: | Europe, 19 Jan 2012 |
Tracklist:
| A1 | Artificial Energy | |
| Written-By - C. Hillman, M. Clarke, R. McGuinn | ||
| A2 | Goin' Back | |
| Written-By - G. Goffin - C. King | ||
| A3 | Natural Harmony | |
| Written-By - C. Hillman | ||
| A4 | Draft Morning | |
| Written-By - C. Hillman, D. Crosby, R. McGuinn | ||
| A5 | Wasn't Born To Follow | |
| Written-By - G. Goffin - C. King | ||
| A6 | Get To You | |
| Written-By - C. Hillman, R. McGuinn | ||
| B1 | Change Is Now | |
| Written-By - C. Hillman, R. McGuinn | ||
| B2 | Old John Robertson | |
| Written-By - C. Hillman, J. McGuinn | ||
| B3 | Tribal Gathering | |
| Written-By - C. Hillman, D. Crosby | ||
| B4 | Dolphin's Smile | |
| Written-By - C. Hillman, D. Crosby, R. McGuinn | ||
| B5 | Space Odyssey | |
| Written-By - R.J. Hippard, R. McGuinn |
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Description
"The Notorious Byrd Brothers," released by The Byrds in 1968, is often hailed as one of the group's most innovative and cohesive albums. Marking a period of turmoil within the band, with multiple lineup changes during its recording, the album nonetheless stands as a testament to The Byrds' creative ambition, blending elements of folk rock, country, psychedelia, and jazz into a seamless whole. Its experimental approach to music and studio production techniques resulted in an album that pushed the boundaries of contemporary rock and remains influential to this day.
The album opens with "Artificial Energy," a song featuring a brass section and lyrics dealing with the dark side of amphetamine use, setting an adventurous tone for the album. The track's bold arrangement and social commentary signal The Byrds' departure from their earlier, more folk-oriented work, embracing a more eclectic and experimental sound.
"Goin' Back," a Goffin-King composition, is a standout track that harks back to the band's folk-rock roots while also showcasing their evolving musical direction. The song's lush harmonies, melodic richness, and reflective lyrics about longing for simpler times resonate with the themes of change and nostalgia that permeate the album.
"Draft Morning" is a poignant anti-war song that combines atmospheric soundscapes with vivid lyrical imagery to convey the somber reality of a young man being drafted into the Vietnam War. The track's innovative use of studio effects, including sound collages and reverse tape loops, contributes to its haunting and cinematic quality.
"Wasn't Born to Follow," another Goffin-King song featured on the album, exemplifies The Byrds' foray into country rock, with its gentle, rolling rhythm and pastoral lyrics celebrating freedom and nonconformity. The song's inclusion further illustrates the band's diverse musical influences and their ability to integrate these into a cohesive sound.
The closing track, "Space Odyssey," inspired by Arthur C. Clarke's novel and Stanley Kubrick's film 2001: A Space Odyssey, is an experimental piece that combines Moog synthesizer with traditional folk and rock elements. The song's avant-garde arrangement and otherworldly theme encapsulate the album's adventurous spirit and The Byrds' willingness to explore new musical territories.
The production of "The Notorious Byrd Brothers," overseen by Gary Usher, is characterized by its innovative use of the studio as an instrument in its own right. The album's sophisticated arrangements, harmonic complexity, and pioneering use of technology, such as the Moog synthesizer, contributed to its reputation as a groundbreaking work in the realm of psychedelic rock.
In conclusion, "The Notorious Byrd Brothers" is a landmark album that captures The Byrds at a pivotal moment in their career, marked by both internal strife and artistic triumph. The album's blend of musical genres, coupled with its lyrical depth and experimental production, make it a seminal work that continues to inspire musicians and listeners alike with its vision and ingenuity.
