A Byrd, A Burrito, A Desert Rose

The name Chris Hillman may not be familiar to you, but you have heard him sing, play guitar, bass, and mandolin on many hit songs and other music from the 1960's through today. He is one of the most talented, accomplished, professionals in music business history, and he has played in several notable bands, worked as a session musician, in a duo and as a solo artist.

The Byrd Who Flew Alone

Gene Clark was a singer, guitarist, and songwriter who contributed his remarkable talents as a founding member of one of the great bands of the rock era – The Byrds. He is not as well-known as fellow Byrds Roger McGuinn or David Crosby, and that is unfortunate. Clark was an extraordinary singer and songwriter; a master of his craft, and an enduring voice in the history of popular music.

A Singer, A Guitar, and A Memorable Song

Most of the recorded music we listen to features band arrangements of the songs - lead and backing vocals, lead and rhythm guitars, bass, drums, etc. These arrangements usually showcase the music well. Sometimes though, the power of a song is best displayed when it is pared down to the minimum: a singer and a guitar.

For the Byrds

Put together only via the Internet, these two guys have produced some of the finest virtual collaborations anywhere. These videos, by 'Byrds1967' and 'Scalerwave', are first rate in every way. If you love the music of the Byrds, check out these videos and the YouTube channels of these two guys for other fantastic music.