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Roger McGuinn

The Byrds' one constant, the keen singer/songwriter/guitarist helped define the folk rock mood of the 1960s.
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Album Highlights

  • Thunderbyrd
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    Thunderbyrd
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  • Live from Mars
    Roger McGuinn
    Live from Mars
  • McGuinn, Clark & Hillman
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  • Born to Rock and Roll
    Roger McGuinn
    Born to Rock and Roll
  • The Folk Den Project
    Roger McGuinn
    The Folk Den Project
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Roger McGuinn

Roger McGuinn - Artist Details

Active

1960s - 2010s

Born

July 13, 1942 in Chicago, IL

Genre

Pop/Rock

Styles

Country-Rock Folk-Rock Psychedelic/Garage Rock & Roll Singer/Songwriter

Also Known As

James Joseph McGuinn
Jim McGuinn

Member Of

McGuinn, Clark & Hillman The Beefeaters The Byrds City Surfers Guam
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