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I'm a big Byrds fan going back to the beginning. Saw both bands live myself. This album features the second country sound group. You can tell they are still fairly new, not real tight yet but there are some hits and a few from Dr. Byrds and Mr. Hyde. Really takes me back. A couple of tunes don't sound Byrdsy, so to speak but over all it's not bad. When I saw these guys in 1972, not many people showed up. I had a front row seat, indicating not many folks dug them. I still like Jim McGwinn and will always be a loyal fan regardless. John.
First of all, I just want to say that this is a treasure released by Columbia Legacy CDs, but due to the limitations of the recording, this is only really a Byrds fan CD. Well, I'm one and I was pleased to hear a newly issued live recording from this outstanding band. The only other live recording really available was the live recording from "Untitled". I suppose "Roger" or Jim McGuinn had this tape lying around in his closet or attic. The quality of the recording typifies the late '60's live sound, even on CD. Many of the tunes included were going to be studio album tracks in future releases. For example, Pretty Boy Floyd and The Christian Life were going to appear on the Sweetheart Of The Rodeo LP. While this CD was recorded in a live session at the Fillmore West just one week after the release of Dr. Byrds And Mr. Hyde in February, 1969, you get the perspective of how this particular version of the Byrds sounded live. Especially the fingering method Clarence White used on his String Bender, a device he invented to make an ordinary guitar sound like a pedal steel. This invention revolutionized the modern sound in country music. This is really the Clarence White live album in retrospective. In conclusion, you would probably enjoy this album if you're a true fan of this band. If you're new to the Byrds sound, you may want to acquire their discography first and purchase this item last.Read full review
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