the notorious byrd brothers
The Byrds
300 €
Estimated vinyl value [2026 Valuation]
Technical Identification Sheet
| RELEASE NUMBER (Discogs ID) | 1196618 |
| Excel File Row | 74 |
| Date Added to Archive | 27/09/2026, 12:51:27 |
| Pressing Year | 1968 |
| Pressing Type (Press) | 1ST |
| Country of Pressing | UK |
| Record Label | CBS |
| Stereo / Mono | MONO |
| Catalogue Number | CBS 63169 |
| Barcode | N/A |
| Matrix / Runout Side A | SBPG 63169 A1 |
| Matrix / Runout Side B | SBPG 63169 B1 |
| Sleeve Condition | EX+ |
| Media Condition | M |
| Inner Sleeve Condition | NM |
| Genre | Experimental/Psychedelic Rock |
| External Link | View Original Release ↗ |
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Story & Background
"The Notorious Byrd Brothers", released in 1968, is a masterpiece imbued with creative and human tensions. Its iconic cover, depicting the heads of the band members superimposed onto a horse (Mister Ed, known from television), conceals a poignant anecdote linked to David Crosby's expulsion from the group. Crosby had been sacked during a period of strong creative and personal conflicts, which culminated during the recording sessions for this album. Although he was still present on some tracks and had contributed significantly, his physical absence during the photoshoot for the cover was deliberate and symbolic. To replace his head, photographer Guy Webster and the band decided to use a cardboard cutout of the horse, transforming a forced absence into an ironic mockery, a final, silent punishment for the rebellious member. This detail underscores the climate of deep division that characterised the birth of one of The Byrds' most innovative and technically advanced albums.
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Official Tracklist
- A1 - Artificial Energy
- A2 - Goin' Back
- A3 - Natural Harmony
- A4 - Draft Morning
- A5 - Wasn't Born To Follow
- A6 - Get To You
- B1 - Change Is Now
- B2 - Old John Robertson
- B3 - Tribal Gathering
- B4 - Dolphins' Smile
- B5 - Space Odyssey
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