The Byrds

The Byrds were a folk rock band popular in the sixties. They were greatly successful, with numerous bestselling albums and several hit singles. Their first live album was a bestseller. Their first compilation was a bestseller. They performed at the Monterey Pop Festival of 1967. Member David Crosby went on to become a part of Crosby, Stills, and Nash. They are referenced in the song American Pie by folk rock musician Don McLean. Their most popular song is ''Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There is a Season)'', which has lyrics taken directly from the Ecclesiastes.