THE BYRDS Never Before (Re-Flyte)

Wow! Previously unheard stuff from the original Byrds? Pinch me, I must be dreaming! Although there’s nothing here that’ll compel scholars to rewrite history, every note of this amazing 10-track package is swell. Among the highlights are an anxious version of “It’s All Over Now, Baby Blue” cut before “Turn! Turn! Turn!,” Gene Clark’s majestic title track, and a breathtaking stereo mix of “Lady Friend” that puts the cramped mono original to shame. Plus, a raggedy alternate take of “Eight Miles High,” David Crosby’s notorious “Triad,” and more, as they say. Compiler Bob Hyde should get a medal, (c/o Outlet Book Co., 225 Park Ave. South, NY 10003.) J.Y.