Roger McGuinn

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American musician and frontman for The Byrds on set for the band's performance on Ready Steady Go!, August 6, 1965, in London, United Kingdom

The Byrds needed a hit or they’d be dropped. Releasing a cover of Bob Dylan's Mr. Tambourine Man as their first single was a gamble that paid off

By Janelle Borg published

Byrds guitarist Roger McGuinn was the third person to ever own a Rickenbacker 12-string, following George Harrison – and his timely purchase would completely transform the Dylan song, and the band's entire trajectory

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Christian Parker is photographed during golden hour, playing a Gibson acoustic against a tree.

Christian Parker on the Byrds’ legacy as folk-rock trailblazers, gear innovators and righteous players in their own right

By Alan Paul published

Parker’s two consecutive albums of Byrds covers showcase the brilliance of one of the '60s most underappreciated guitar powerhouses

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The Byrds' 10 Greatest Guitar Moments

By Damian Fanelli published

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Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Roger McGuinn and Others Rehearse in 1992

By Christopher Scapelliti published

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Marty Stuart Talks 'Way Out West,' Clarence White and Life Lessons from Johnny Cash

By Damian Fanelli published

Ace guitarist and longtime Grand Ole Opry member Marty Stuart is one of country music history’s biggest champions, but whatGuitar Worldreaders really want to know is…

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Chris Hillman Announces New Album, 'Bidin' My Time'

By Damian Fanelli published

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