Roger McGuinn Quotes

A collection of quotes by Roger McGuinn.

Roger McGuinn, born James Joseph McGuinn III on July 13, 1942, is an American musician, singer, and songwriter. He is best known as the founder and frontman of the influential folk-rock band, The Byrds. McGuinn's distinct jangling guitar style and vocals were pivotal in defining the sound of 1960s rock music. He played a key role in popularizing the fusion of rock and folk music, helping create hits like "Turn! Turn! Turn!" and "Mr. Tambourine Man". McGuinn's contributions to music continue to be recognized and celebrated, making him a significant figure in the history of rock and folk genres.

But in my imagination this whole thing developed and I start

But in my imagination this whole thing developed and I started mixing up old folk songs with the Beatles beat and taking them down to Greenwich Village and playing them for the people there.

Roger McGuinn

Imagination