The Byrds

On September 16, 1965, The Byrds performed "I'll Feel A Whole Lot Better" on the television show "Shindig," highlighting a pivotal moment in their career. This live recording occurred shortly after the release of their influential album "Mr. Tambourine Man" in June 1965, which propelled them to stardom and established their signature jangle pop sound. Shortly before this performance, they had successfully blended folk and rock, introducing Bob Dylan's songwriting to a wider audience. By the time of this live appearance, the group was already on the cusp of their next album, "Turn! Turn! Turn!", which would deepen their exploration of folk rock and solidify their legacy. An interesting aspect of this performance is that it was pre-recorded with live vocals to accommodate stringent time constraints, highlighting the production challenges of televised music performances during that era. This underscores the tightrope artists walked between authenticity and the demands of the entertainment

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