Happy 80th birthday today to Chris Hillman (born 12/4/44). Known for his mandolin playing, bass playing, harmony singing, and songwriting, he is regarded as one of the most versatile artists in Americana having played instrumental roles in The Byrds, Flying Burrito Brothers, Manassas, Desert Rose Band & more. Watch Hillman with Roger McGuinn perform “You Ain’t Going Nowhere” off the masterful Byrds’ album Sweetheart of The Rodeo.
