James Roger McGuinn / məˈɡwɪn / (born James Joseph McGuinn III; July 13, 1942) [1] is an American musician, best known for being the frontman and leader of the Byrds. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991 as a member of the band.

The Byrds (/ b ɜːr d z /) were an American rock band formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1964. [1] The band underwent multiple lineup changes throughout its existence, with frontman Roger McGuinn (known as Jim McGuinn until mid-1967) being the sole consistent member. [2]

Nov 2, 2023 · The Byrds' Roger McGuinn played with Jim Morrison, was part of Bob Dylan’s Rolling Thunder revue, gave John Lennon granny glasses and Brian Wilson speed, and he's got some tales to tell

Sep 13, 2023 · The Byrds, an iconic American rock band that began during the mid-1960s, consisted of original members Jim McGuinn, Gene Clark, David Crosby, Chris Hillman, and Michael Clarke, who all contributed to the band’s reputation and …

That membership included Roger McGuinn — known previously as Jim McGuinn — the iconic lead singer and guitarist on many Byrds’ records, and David Crosby, who’s enjoyed a prolific music career solo and also as a part of Crosby, Stills & Nash. Read more on the Biography page.

Jan 24, 2012 · McGuinn fronted the Byrds from 1964 until 1973 when he began his solo career. He recorded five albums for Columbia Records, and then re-joined Clark and Hillman for three albums on Capitol. In 1981 he began his Jack Kerouac inspired adventure, and went on the road with his acoustic guitar.

Sep 9, 2024 · Jim McGinn (who changed his name to Roger in 1967), formed a Beatles -inspired duo with Gene Clark. They were soon joined by David Crosby and became a trio called The Jet Set.

Jan 3, 2023 · Jim McGuinn had arranged it for Judy Collins in 1963, and his band performed it on the their tour bus as a favour for his future-wife Dolores, immediately making it his own and deciding to record it with the band. He won the approval of Pete Seeger and topped the US charts while he was at it. Goin' Back

The Byrds were an American rock band formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1964, and were sometimes called "The American Rutles" by the press. The band underwent multiple lineup changes throughout its existence, with frontman Roger McGuinn (known as Jim McGuinn until mid-1967) remaining the sole...

Feb 28, 2025 · Turn, Turn, The Byrds were a California-based rock band in the 60s. The original (but very short-lived) lineup of the band consisted of Jim (Roger) McGuinn (lead guitar, vocals), Gene Clark (tambourine, vocals), David Crosby (rhythm guitar, vocals), Chris Hillman (bass guitar, vocals), and Michael Clarke (drums).