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Another Side of Bob Dylan rearranged for a full-electric rock band during Dylan's famous 1966 tour with The Hawks. Four songs from "Another Side of Bob Dylan" were eventually recorded by The Byrds: "Chimes of Freedom", "My Back Pages", "Spanish Harlem Incident", and "All I Really Want to Do". In addition, they were introduced to their breakthrough hit single "Mr. Tambourine Man" through a copy of Dylan's unreleased recording from the June 9, 1964 album session. All received their share of critical acclaim. As "Another Side of Bob Dylan" was prepared for release, Dylan premiered his new songs at the Newport Folk Festival in July