Had the great privilege of seeing them live in a private concert at a trade show in San Diego years ago. Stills said, "If you had told me, when we were playing Woodstock, that one day we'd be playing a concert for old people at a pharmaceutical trade show, I'd never have guessed it." Entire audience went absolutely insane! It was one of the greatest concerts I've ever seen!
Sarah. Released in 1969. Written by Stephen Stills, it uses words by way of aliteration eg helplessly hoping, wordlessly watching. Absolutely superb. They were later joined by Neil Young ( you loved his song Old Man a little while back ) who added an extra layer to the harmonies. The finest band ever. Unfortunately they didn’t last very long due to squabbling between them. You won’t go wrong with any track by them.
I recently watched on UA-cam a Documentary on how they first met. They immediately connected. I lived in Southern California for a short time, 20 years and had the opportunity to work on a home in Laurel Canyon. It was an amazing band, growing up myself in the 60's I got to hear the bands on a little red hand held transistor radio. The radio itself was something that was new technology and amazing for a 10 year old to have. I think I grew up just a few years to late because I wasn't able to go to Woodstock, I was 11 and my parents never understood Rock and Roll. Just the same I can remember where I was when I heard the Rolling Stones for the first time playing Lady Jane 1966 (The Ed Sullivan Show) I was 8 years old. Sullivan
@@weldonbailey1005I was just coming here to ask her the same thing! And to point out the alliteration of the lyrics. I never noticed that until I heard the Home Free version, it is so bare & stripped down, I could no longer miss it.
They had a very special harmonic sound. I think you'd love "Our House" and "Teach Your Children". "My Lady of the Islands" is a very quiet love song, with lovely, glowing imagery. They made wonderful music in their time together. :)
In David Crosby’s documentary, he said it took about 30 seconds singing together around Joni Mitchell’s kitchen table to know they had something special.
Right, the story, as I recall, was Stephen and David were singing a tune, and Graham asked them to do it once more, and the 3rd time inserted his perfect harmony into the song. Those guys were wizards.
A wonderfully simple piece of music, but given their unique treatment it has been elevated to brilliance. David Crosby is sadly missed. Stephen Stills, a master of his art. Graham Nash, whose harmony style influenced me throughout the almost 60 years I spent as a musician. Cannot be replicated. Always remembered.. Thank you.
I only saw CS&N once, I think it was 1979, maybe 1980. Great show! I think I'll have to buy Sarah a coffee to request another lesser known but great song from their 1st album.
Those three set the standard for harmony in the late 60s and 70s. I'd strongly recommend you listen to a cover by Home Free, an a cappella group of more recent vintage. Takes this to another level.
Beautiful song and brilliant lyrics. I bought their first album when I was 16. I played it over and over until I nearly wore it out. Songs have a way of surfacing so many memories. 🩷
My goodness, these people are recommending some fantastic music for you to experience. The '60's and '70's music is as wide and deep as any ocean. You are just dipping a toe in. Enjoy the boat ride. I went through your entire reaction video list and I was shocked to not find this reaction, The Hollies "He Ain't Heavy". Since you feel the music, as it's supposed to be experienced, you should react to this song soon. You will not be sorry. Give me a thumbs up, if you think Sarah should react to the song that I suggested above. 🤞
In that time, this was the group that re-popularized "wooden music" - acoustics. Campfire music. Stephen Stills is the voice delivering the first line of the chorus, "They are one person..." then David Crosby and Graham Nash is the third. Graham will often carry the High Harmonies, although Crosby does, too. If you find the Graham Nash-David Crosby albums, you'll enjoy the 2-man harmonies although some of those are double-tracked.
Thank you for the reaction, I haven't heard this in a long time. For your info, Home Free does a cover of this and, as good as this is, do yourself a favor and bless yourself by listening to the Home Free cover. It is incredible!!! Best wishes to you and yours
Very happy you reacted that way. Other suggestions from commenters are all good ones to check out. I'll add "Guinnevere" to that list -- same album as Helplessly Hoping. It's haunting and ethereal, you will probably love it.
I was in college in the summer of 1969 and every day I would play this album. It is still one of my life’s favorites. This entire album is gold. And yes, it is about the insanely good harmonies. For some reason unknown to me, harmony in popular music has gone out of fashion. But in the 60’s and 70’s it was respected and desired. Huge groups like the Eagles, CSN, CSNY, The Byrds, The Beachboys, Simon and Garfunkel, The Beatles, The Everly Brothers and many more , the harmonies were exquisite. I wish there some current groups in mainstream pop that carried on this tradition. There are a cappella groups that have gorgeous harmonies but they are not mainstream.
As a kid, this was the second album I bought in my life. After all these decades, it remains one of the best. You should also give a listen to Guinevere, on the same album.
I’m glad you have discovered Crosby, Stills and Nash. Their harmonies were wonderful as were the lyrics to their songs. Even after all these years their music still captures my heart. I graduated from HS in 1965. Went to college for two years and enlisted in the Marine Corps in ‘67 and arrived in VeetNam during Tet. Our generation had such great music whether Soul or R&B. It’s hard to believe the country was in flames from on coast to the other over Civil Rights and later the Vietnam War and there were thousands of people marching in protest in the streets. Thank you Sarah💞
If I was stranded on a desert island, there are only three albums I would have with me; This first Crosby, Stills, and Nash album, the Tapestry album by Carol King, and The Nightfly by Donald Fagan. The only other music I might want is Oscar Peterson’s Berlin concert and Bach…… which is the foundation of all Western music.
🎼🎼🎼👣 .. excellent .. beyond excellent .. their voices are magical. Now .. if you want to see one of the best covers of all time ... watch Home Free , with their cover of "Helplessly Hoping" .. there is such magic in music.
CSN&Y has many great songs too and also very interesting topics from love to death, feeling good to addiction, and many that are political for the people.
they actually met by chance at joni Mitchell's home in malibu canyon . stephen stills and david crosby were going there to hang out for a while. Graham nash was infatuated w her at the time and happened to be there. they immediately clicked over her piano!
Welcome to the world of CSN. Seriously great music. If you get a chance, listen to David Crosby and the Lighthouse Band, their version of "Woodstock" is really fantastic.
Having read each member's biography (+ Neil Young's), I believe they survived all the tragedies and conflicts because CSN(Y) was greater than the sum of its parts.
I had this on vinyl. On the back in the credits it says "thanks Neil" and there is a blurry picture of someone with their back to the camera , yep, its Neil
The revisiting of these old tunes highlights an incredible era of music creativity, and also puts the spotlight on where we’re at today, and the news ain’t good.. things have changed and I’m not sure we’re going to get back to this level of pure art ever again, and we are all worse off as a result..
Sarah, as many below said, you MUST listen to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young on "Suite: Judy Blue Eyes." It is sheer genius. Think Judy Blue Eyes was Judy Collins, Who was in love with her?
Sarah, you should try listening to, " The Room Nobody Lives In," by John Sebastian. He's the guy from the band, " The Loving Spoonful." Rainbows enclosed, of course. It's maybe too long a track for you, but if you like this CS&N track, you would adore their, " Suite Judy Blue-Eyes. "
As you enjoyed the harmony vocals on this song much you really need to hear Hammond Island by The Roches. It even features the amazing electric guitar of Robert Fripp.
I was sitting in Michael Miller’s bedroom when he played this for me. I had never heard anything like it. Michael Miller’s bedroom became music headquarters for the next few years.
Keep discovering the songwriters. Very few around now that can take you through the songs journey. Check out Guy Clark “ Randall Knife” Townes Van Zandt “ Tecumseh Valley “ Nanci Griffith “ Love at the Five and Dime” Hold on to your heart and keep smiling!
I was fortunate to be exposed to their music as a young girl. Suppose it makes sense I am still a romantic at sixty five! Pure poetry and harmony. Love your reaction, thank you! 😽🎶
CSNY was one of greatest bands of all-time - CSN is not far behind...Stills/Young Band is about as good...listen to CSNY - Suite Judy Blue Eyes from 4-Way Street live album and you will hear something truly incredible - then follow that with "Southern Man" from the same album...thanks for reaction
Hello Sarah, sorry this is the only way to communicate, originally Crosby, Stills, Nash & (young). yes, Neil Young, Young & Stills left Buffalo Springfield and formed this Band just weeks before Woodstock, they didn't like Young's voice and Young had so many songs and not enough space on L.P.s they told him and squeezed him out
To us, the Woodstock generation, these songs are our hymns.
You are just too nice, Sarah. You make the world a better place.
She has a kind soul.
Actually, they DID last a long time as CSN. Try "Guinevere" to hear similar beautiful harmonies.
Had the great privilege of seeing them live in a private concert at a trade show in San Diego years ago. Stills said, "If you had told me, when we were playing Woodstock, that one day we'd be playing a concert for old people at a pharmaceutical trade show, I'd never have guessed it." Entire audience went absolutely insane! It was one of the greatest concerts I've ever seen!
Sarah. Released in 1969. Written by Stephen Stills, it uses words by way of aliteration eg helplessly hoping, wordlessly watching. Absolutely superb. They were later joined by Neil Young ( you loved his song Old Man a little while back ) who added an extra layer to the harmonies. The finest band ever. Unfortunately they didn’t last very long due to squabbling between them. You won’t go wrong with any track by them.
I recently watched on UA-cam a Documentary on how they first met. They immediately connected. I lived in Southern California for a short time, 20 years and had the opportunity to work on a home in Laurel Canyon. It was an amazing band, growing up myself in the 60's I got to hear the bands on a little red hand held transistor radio. The radio itself was something that was new technology and amazing for a 10 year old to have. I think I grew up just a few years to late because I wasn't able to go to Woodstock, I was 11 and my parents never understood Rock and Roll. Just the same I can remember where I was when I heard the Rolling Stones for the first time playing Lady Jane 1966 (The Ed Sullivan Show) I was 8 years old. Sullivan
PLEASE react to the cover by Home Free.
@@weldonbailey1005I was just coming here to ask her the same thing! And to point out the alliteration of the lyrics. I never noticed that until I heard the Home Free version, it is so bare & stripped down, I could no longer miss it.
They had a very special harmonic sound. I think you'd love "Our House" and "Teach Your Children". "My Lady of the Islands" is a very quiet love song, with lovely, glowing imagery. They made wonderful music in their time together. :)
Listen to their "Southern Cross" rendition. I think you'll be taken by the harmonies in it. I think it's the best of their large lot.
I think they could harmonize like this the first time they sang together.
In David Crosby’s documentary, he said it took about 30 seconds singing together around Joni Mitchell’s kitchen table to know they had something special.
Yes, that’s correct. When they met up at Mana Cass’s house.
@@MB-mw1xrMama Cass’s table I believe. Joni Mitchell’s kitchen table was also Graham Nash’s kitchen table 😉
Right, the story, as I recall, was Stephen and David were singing a tune, and Graham asked them to do it once more, and the 3rd time inserted his perfect harmony into the song. Those guys were wizards.
You can't go wrong with this group. A must listen is their Suite: Judy Blue Eyes.
Now listen to "Carry On" by these guys with the added voice of Neil Young when he joined the band.
I recommend Suite: Judy Blue Eyes, Wooden Ships and Carry On😊
The best harmonies ever, along with Simon and Garfunkel! So glad you heard this.
And The Beatles, imo
Such a great band. Honey to the ears.
All children of the Beatles,, The Beatles "Because" will give you Goosebumps.
You are so right. I forgot about “Because”. That’s beautiful.
These three were brought together by Mama Cass of the Mamas and Papas. Also worth visit.
I’ve always loved the alliteration throughout the song. Beautiful and clever. ❤
A wonderfully simple piece of music, but given their unique treatment it has been elevated to brilliance.
David Crosby is sadly missed. Stephen Stills, a master of his art. Graham Nash, whose harmony style influenced me throughout the almost 60 years I spent as a musician.
Cannot be replicated. Always remembered..
Thank you.
Their harmonies were just as beautiful when they performed live. I was able to see them once in the '80s and just stood there entranced.
Sarah, so glad your enjoying these powerful songs. We as I mean those of us who were born in the 50’s. This was what our generation listen too.
I'm 54. This is the music of my life.
One of the best harmony trios in history!
I only saw CS&N once, I think it was 1979, maybe 1980. Great show! I think I'll have to buy Sarah a coffee to request another lesser known but great song from their 1st album.
Home Free covered this song and it is simply perfect. You should check out their version. Seriously.
It's okay in their own way, not as good as the original... But that's just my perspective.
The song is absolutely beautiful, as was your reaction. ❤
The alliteration in the lyrics is genius.
Icons of music! One of the best of the 70’s! The best decade of music….EVER! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Love this song! I must have played it 1,000 times on my guitar. I could be alone and quite happy playing music.
One of the most beautiful alliterative songs ever!
Those three set the standard for harmony in the late 60s and 70s. I'd strongly recommend you listen to a cover by Home Free, an a cappella group of more recent vintage. Takes this to another level.
It was great growing up in the 50s and 60s so many Great Groups they don't make Music like that anymore
Sarah you are a wonderful person. So beautiful with your reations.I feel the same way about this song !!!
One of my all-time favorite bands! ❤
One of my favourite C S & N tracks.. Good job, pretty girl.
Well, they've got a wonderful catalog for you to explore. Incredible band with tons of beautiful songs like this.
Carry On is another wonderful selection from CSNY that features more great harmonies.
In my senior year of high school (I graduated 1971) my art teacher adored this album. She played it every single class. I wasn’t complaining at all!
Another '71 here!
‘72 here, but I’m with ya!
75 here!
Beautiful song and brilliant lyrics. I bought their first album when I was 16. I played it over and over until I nearly wore it out. Songs have a way of surfacing so many memories. 🩷
Blessed... I got to see them preform this live with the whole arena singing along in perfect harmony...a wonderful memory
My late mother's favorite song. And it's fun to play on guitar...Just another gem from the mind of Steven Stills.
My goodness, these people are recommending some fantastic music for you to experience. The '60's and '70's music is as wide and deep as any ocean. You are just dipping a toe in. Enjoy the boat ride.
I went through your entire reaction video list and I was shocked to not find this reaction, The Hollies "He Ain't Heavy". Since you feel the music, as it's supposed to be experienced, you should react to this song soon. You will not be sorry.
Give me a thumbs up, if you think Sarah should react to the song that I suggested above. 🤞
In that time, this was the group that re-popularized "wooden music" - acoustics. Campfire music. Stephen Stills is the voice delivering the first line of the chorus, "They are one person..." then David Crosby and Graham Nash is the third. Graham will often carry the High Harmonies, although Crosby does, too. If you find the Graham Nash-David Crosby albums, you'll enjoy the 2-man harmonies although some of those are double-tracked.
Thank you for the reaction, I haven't heard this in a long time. For your info, Home Free does a cover of this and, as good as this is, do yourself a favor and bless yourself by listening to the Home Free cover. It is incredible!!! Best wishes to you and yours
Very happy you reacted that way. Other suggestions from commenters are all good ones to check out. I'll add "Guinnevere" to that list -- same album as Helplessly Hoping.
It's haunting and ethereal, you will probably love it.
I was in college in the summer of 1969 and every day I would play this album. It is still one of my life’s favorites. This entire album is gold. And yes, it is about the insanely good harmonies. For some reason unknown to me, harmony in popular music has gone out of fashion. But in the 60’s and 70’s it was respected and desired. Huge groups like the Eagles, CSN, CSNY, The Byrds, The Beachboys, Simon and Garfunkel, The Beatles, The Everly Brothers and many more , the harmonies were exquisite.
I wish there some current groups in mainstream pop that carried on this tradition. There are a cappella groups that have gorgeous harmonies but they are not mainstream.
My heart. This song really hit me.
I'm a new subscriber and I thank you for having me.
I heard once that they were listening to Eastern European folk music when they made this record. Thus, the super interesting harmonies.
songs so good they can make you cry......no new songs can do that but the ones form the late 50s to 90s can......then the music and poetry died.
You thinking that just shows how little you know
I think you'd love to hear, "Teach Your Children". 💕
This song is way too short.
As a kid, this was the second album I bought in my life. After all these decades, it remains one of the best. You should also give a listen to Guinevere, on the same album.
I’m glad you have discovered Crosby, Stills and Nash. Their harmonies were wonderful as were the lyrics to their songs. Even after all these years their music still captures my heart. I graduated from HS in 1965. Went to college for two years and enlisted in the Marine Corps in ‘67 and arrived in VeetNam during Tet. Our generation had such great music whether Soul or R&B. It’s hard to believe the country was in flames from on coast to the other over Civil Rights and later the Vietnam War and there were thousands of people marching in protest in the streets. Thank you Sarah💞
I saw them live in 1995, they still had the harmony then.
Sarah, your reactions are pure gold!
You are very nice to watch and listen with!
🎼Masterful harmony! They are 3 together. Harmonies are beautiful. Love those 3 guys!❤️
Sarah, love your reactions.❤
If I was stranded on a desert island, there are only three albums I would have with me;
This first Crosby, Stills, and Nash album, the Tapestry album by Carol King, and The Nightfly by Donald Fagan.
The only other music I might want is Oscar Peterson’s Berlin concert and Bach…… which is the foundation of all Western music.
🎼🎼🎼👣 .. excellent .. beyond excellent .. their voices are magical.
Now .. if you want to see one of the best covers of all time ... watch Home Free , with their cover of "Helplessly Hoping" .. there is such magic in music.
They are one person…
They are for each other…
Wow.
CSN&Y has many great songs too and also very interesting topics from love to death, feeling good to addiction, and many that are political for the people.
Such a beautiful reaction to such a beautiful song.
Yeah this one is special.
It always sucks me in and calms me.
Incredible harmonizing between them. So so good!
Great reaction!
they actually met by chance at joni Mitchell's home in malibu canyon . stephen stills and david crosby were going there to hang out for a while. Graham nash was infatuated w her at the time and happened to be there. they immediately clicked over her piano!
Welcome to the world of CSN. Seriously great music. If you get a chance, listen to David Crosby and the Lighthouse Band, their version of "Woodstock" is really fantastic.
Having read each member's biography (+ Neil Young's), I believe they survived all the tragedies and conflicts because CSN(Y) was greater than the sum of its parts.
Their harmonies were so unique and original. You said it well, their voices are pure gold
Sarah, you are one of our absolute favorite reacters. Please do "The Hurricane", by Bob Dylan (a lyric video might be best).
Love her reaction ❤
Amazing what music can do for us...
😭 too many tears to comment intelligently. 🌹😇
I had this on vinyl. On the back in the credits it says "thanks Neil" and there is a blurry picture of someone with their back to the camera , yep, its Neil
P.S. Neil WAS with them at Woodstock . Neil WAS with them from the very START, just NOT LEGALLY"!
The revisiting of these old tunes highlights an incredible era of music creativity, and also puts the spotlight on where we’re at today, and the news ain’t good.. things have changed and I’m not sure we’re going to get back to this level of pure art ever again, and we are all worse off as a result..
555 time of video ! is a Angel Number . love
This entire album is fire. Track after track of amazing harmony and beautiful music.
Great! One of CSN's great original ballads. What will blow your mind now is hearing the version by Home Free!
Didn't blow my mind, it is good, but not as good as the original, that's just me...
@@brenthenderson3983 I agree. The original version stands alone. Home Free's version is a good echo of the original, according it a special treatment.
Sarah, as many below said, you MUST listen to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young on "Suite: Judy Blue Eyes." It is sheer genius. Think Judy Blue Eyes was Judy Collins, Who was in love with her?
Sarah, you should try listening to, " The Room Nobody Lives In," by John Sebastian.
He's the guy from the band, " The Loving Spoonful."
Rainbows enclosed, of course.
It's maybe too long a track for you, but if you like this CS&N track, you would adore their, " Suite Judy Blue-Eyes. "
Yes they are
As you enjoyed the harmony vocals on this song much you really need to hear Hammond Island by The Roches. It even features the amazing electric guitar of Robert Fripp.
Oh man I heard that song in a long time thank you for playing at Sarah
Love you Sarah!
I was sitting in Michael Miller’s bedroom when he played this for me. I had never heard anything like it. Michael Miller’s bedroom became music headquarters for the next few years.
Lovely reaction!
timeless...
Suite Judy Blue Eyes is amazing
Try the song 'Deja vu' from the album of the same name --- by Crosby , Stills , Nash & Young. Very moving.
Bless you
Our House is my favorite
Gorgeous song by a fantastic band! 😊
You should listen to Home Free (an acapella group) who do an incredible cover of this too. Love your reactions.
You have extremely wonderful taste in music. Music with meaning!
☮️💙💙💙🔥🔥😎Happy Easter!
Keep discovering the songwriters.
Very few around now that can take you through the songs journey.
Check out Guy Clark “ Randall Knife”
Townes Van Zandt “ Tecumseh Valley “
Nanci Griffith “ Love at the Five and Dime”
Hold on to your heart and keep smiling!
I was fortunate to be exposed to their music as a young girl. Suppose it makes sense I am still a romantic at sixty five! Pure poetry and harmony. Love your reaction, thank you! 😽🎶
Home Free does an acapella version of this is awesome
The US has the greatest variety of music don't we.
CSNY was one of greatest bands of all-time - CSN is not far behind...Stills/Young Band is about as good...listen to CSNY - Suite Judy Blue Eyes from 4-Way Street live album and you will hear something truly incredible - then follow that with "Southern Man" from the same album...thanks for reaction
Hello Sarah, sorry this is the only way to communicate, originally Crosby, Stills, Nash & (young). yes, Neil Young, Young & Stills left Buffalo Springfield and formed this Band just weeks before Woodstock, they didn't like Young's voice and Young had so many songs and not enough space on L.P.s they told him and squeezed him out
Check out their live concert films