I've been watching Beach Boy videos with John Cowsill in them. He played keyboards and drums and sang lead on a few songs. He was so much more fun to watch than the actual Beach Boys. Aside from playing the instruments perfectly, his vocals were spot-on! What made him so fun to watch was his energy. As this 10 or 11-year-old kid in this video playing the drums like he was sitting on a rocket, the 50+ year-old John played those drums with just as much energy and enthusiasm. Yes, he is certainly underrated!
The drummer John Cowsill he was born 2 March 1956. According to this video dated October 1967, that makes him only 11 years old when this was released.
This is the first time I've ever seen this video, it absolutely blew me away what a talented family!!! And John was unbelievable for his age, his drumming was fantastic.!!!
❤ First time I've seen this video and I'm REALLY Blown away by All the Talent They have at such a young age, 11 years old and tearing up the drums like that, TALENT, They All Have ALOT of TALENT ❤
Bill was many things for the band-a motivated frontman, a gifted songwriter, and the heart and soul of The Cowsills (as a band.) Is he underrated? Yes, I think so. Is he “the most underrated musician of all time?” No, he is not. Sorry.
Richard is missing from the group. Shipped off to war because of dad. These kids were so talented. It's sad they had to deal with such bad things from their father. I wish mom could have gotten away from him and taken the kids with her. 💕
I’m blown away by how talented they all are at such a young age. They can all sing fantastically well and good god can John drum. So sad how much abuse they had to endure but they’ve left an indelible mark on history, for which they should be proud. I feel like they should be household names, even in the present day.
They are household names in my household as I see them every year in the Happy Together Tour! Especially love Suzy Cowsill al grown up now & so talented still!!!
Just saw the Cowsills few days ago here in Palm Springs. They were absolutely fantastic! Met Bob after the show and he was most gracious. What a great show!
it's not so crazy!! paul mcartney, dolly parton, tony bennett & shirley bassey have all headlined at glastonbury & they are a lot older than the cowsills!! they could be billed as 'the cowsills & friends', with brother john & his 'bangle' wife +, waddy watchel & jackson browne guesting among others!!!@@buddygreco2348
@Get Overlt Actually, Barbara's vocal wasn't live, it was pre-recorded and if you watch her mouth, you can tell that she is lip- synching. Her voice wasn't great but it was alright, and Artie and Steve knew how to get the best out of her in the studio. The band really DIDN'T need her inclusion, and-to be honest-her presence wasn't welcomed by either Bill or Bob. If you really listen to Bob here, you can tell that he also doesn't have a great voice. His voice is quite flat and not emotive. As a singer, Susan sounds no better (or worse) than any other kid her age here would. As a kid, she sure wasn't a great singer, and-to be honest-she still isn't. On the other hand, Bill Cowsill really did have a GREAT voice.
@@shirleypena4133 I guess I should have qualified what I meant by "great." I stand by my opinion. Is Barbara Cowsill a diva solo recording artist? No. But she absolutely can carry a tune, put it across with a nice vibrato, and all band members stated that she was the one who sang with them since they were little kids, and taught them how to harmonize. So, kudos to her for that. No, the teenage boys never wanted their mother in their rock band (and the feeling was mutual on Barbara's part).. but because she was their mother, NOT because she couldn't sing. Adding Mom and little sister was their dad's idea. Next, Bob is not flat. Again, not a solo recording artist type, but certainly a solid, working musician. You didn't mention John and Barry, but they are inarguably spectacular here... not accounting for their ages, as their voices and instrumental skills were still developing. As for 8-year-old Susan, I don't know how many little kids you work with, but most cannot carry a tune, OR project their voices. For being with the group for one month at the time of this recording, she sang beautifully! Again, not a solo, big-hit recording artist as an adult, but most certainly a solid, working musician. Billy, indeed, had a great voice --- and, as an ensemble of mostly underage performers, their pitch, rhythm, harmonies, cues, enthusiasm, and professionalism ARE great, and I stand by the term.
I get so homesick listening to the Cowsills. They make me miss yesterday so much. Being young. Playing with my siblings and friends. Laughing. Dreaming. Feeling new and possible. So nostalgic. So wonderfully pulling. Where's that technicolor time portal? ❤
Totally live, and totally wonderful. I remember watching this as it aired with my family along with everyone else in the country. These kids are so charismatic. I just love them all.
@Mikle Driftwood Actually, Barbara's vocal wasn't live, it was pre-recorded and if you watch her mouth, you can tell that she is lip- synching. Her voice wasn't great, but it was alright and Artie and Steve knew how to get the best out of her in the studio. The band really DIDN'T need her inclusion, and-to be honest-her presence wasn't welcomed by either Bill or Bob.
@@shirleypena4133 She absolutely sang this live. And truthfully.. Barbara and Susan being in the group was a great thing. Bill and Bob had this "Beatles" fever dream... but 20,000 other groups were trying to be the Beatles. Barbara and Susan being in the group is the ONE thing that set them apart.
They had more talent in their small family unit than all these so-called, present-day "superstar" rappers, hip hoppers, Beyonces, Cardi-B's, Ellishes, Jay-Z's, Kanye's....you get the picture. THIS, kids, is what TRUE, GOD-GIVEN TALENT looks like!
@mark lee You mean BILL had an amazing voice. He was also easily the band's best songwriter and musician, as well as the only band member who later became a successful producer, and founded/lead other outstanding bands, among them the SUPERB Canadian band The Blue Shadows. After their dirtbag father fired Bill, none of Bill's siblings was capable of stepping into Bill's shoes, and that's what caused the band to dissolve. Susan has made a modest living as a studio singer, but her career went no further. The only one who's enjoyed some success post-Cowsills band was John, but only because he became the drummer for The Beach Boys. Check out the late Bill Cowsill's band The Blue Shadows. The music that Bill Cowsill created with that band will knock your socks off!
@@shirleypena4133 I've read you comments. You have strong opinions, and are certainly familiar with the Cowsills, but your actual knowledge on some of their finer points, including their music skills is not on point.
@@shirleypena4133 "...But only because he became a drummer for the Beach Boys." LOL! You make that sound like a walk in the park, that anyone could achieve. He earned a place in the Beach Boys, it wasn't charity
Loved the Cowsills since the 60s , You all know John Cowsill is Drummer for Beach Boys last 20 years Amazing I've been 10 times going again here in Nashville on February 6-2022
Imagine being the mother of all of those talented children and performing on stage with them! What joy must have been in her heart. RIP Barbara, and your children who are now reunited with you! And Bob, Paul, John and Susan, as long as you are able, please continue bringing musical joy to the world - we need you now more than ever!!
I'm sure she was very proud. She had an excellent voice they inherited, but she never wanted to be up there with them.That was her husband's doing. She made the best of it.
I'm 69, and watching this reminded me I saw them at University of Illinois back in the 60s. I can't believe I had forgotten that, but it happens as you get old.
John the drummer went on to be the most successful Cowsill of them all. For over 20 years he’s been with the Beach Boy’s playing keyboards and mostly drums. He sings Beach Boy song’s better than ever.
@@greybird4257 I love the Cowsills, Bob, Paul and Sharon, John is the most financially successful Cowsill. His surviving siblings are quick to point it out. Best wishes
@@jenlarge9036 I said "They should have been a much bigger success," as in, they should be better known, have had more hits, more longevity, more albums. I didn't say they weren't successful.
@@oscarfairley6600 I said "They should have been a much bigger success," as in, they should be better known, have had more hit singles, more longevity, multiple hit albums based on their immense talent. I figured what I meant was quite clear, as I never said they weren't successful. I'm aware of the existence of The Partridge Family, but the focus of that show's success is largely on the monster popularity of David Cassidy, not on the group that inspired it.
They needed more original material on par with their biggest hit. "The Rain, the Park, and Other Things" is truly, for real, one of the greatest all-time pop studio productions. It sound like fcking psychedelic magic, better than Lucy in the Sky. I wanna spin it like cotton candy and eat it.
Watching this gave me the chills when they went to Mr. Postman. The talent of these kids & mom was phenomenal. Too bad the dad was a malicious bastard.
Entertainment without sexual overtones, racial slurs, and radical degradation of morals. For the whole family to enjoy. I truly believe wholesome entertainment is on the horizon.
Uh... watch the documentary. Just like all squeaky clean looking family entertainers there was a lot of pain behind the scenes. 'Happiness is just an illusion'
Your dreaming dude. There father was sexually and physically abusive to all the kids and had sex with Susan. Do you ever read and research on this family
WOW, given the year and all...they sound great!!! Of course my mother cranked their version of Hair when I was 4 yrs. old... something you never forget. I love Barry's voice.. sad Katrina swept him up, I was hoping to meet him one day
@Thomas Dahlquist John didn't progress as a drummer as he became an adult. He also failed to establish a unique sound/technique for himself, which is so vital for the continued success of any drummer. Lucky for him, none of The Beach Boys' songs rely on being a really skilled drummer, so he has been a good fit for the band all these years.
They are so supremely talented....I come back and rewatch it regularly. For an update listen to the "Benefit Concert for Billy Cowsill" from September 2004. They are still as amazing as ever. ❤️
I’m with you just discovered the Cowsills what a great band seems a pity that bill and Barry are no longer with us they just made fantastic music especially the rain the park and other things ( the flower girl song ) these fantastic groups only come along once and the Cowsills were one of them groups 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
I never realized how talented this Band was.....They went through Hell growing up. In retrospect they were amazing...and the surviving members still are! My best to them!
Pretty good. Why didn't I ever hear about the Cowsills when I was growing up? I only found out about them a few days ago when someone told me they provided the basis for the Partridge Family TV show.
@@Jackretro I always thought the "flower girl" song was an anthem of the 1960s hippies. Turns out it was by the "clean cut" Cowsills. I wouldn't compare the Cowsills to Yes or the Beatles, but they had some nice harmonies.
It would depend on your age. I never knew the PF was based on this group until many years later either. It surprised me too....I figured the sitcom idea was the product of some fiction dreamt up by a writer or producer then pitched to ABC.
I am the same I've not heard about them till a few days ago. They are so talented The father was vicious man to his children. He could not tolerate the son who playing drums it must be heartbreaking for him.
@@wandarask8444 .....the selfishness of one or both parents can be astonishing. My ex mother in law favored her youngest son to such a degree that it regularly set off my former husband who was the oldest. A lifetime of him acting up just to get attention while battling low self esteem--among other demons--and trying to buy people's love and loyalty never much concerned my ex MIL....unless it made HER look bad. The damage to a child's mental health can't be completely repaired and leaves permanent emotional scars. There are godawful people out there who had no business ever reproducing.
John’s killing the drums on Reach Out 👍🥰😎 Love Barry’s Mr Postman, little Susan (her voice is so big though). ALL of them are talented and with good voices! I would have given anything just to see how one episode conversion The Partridge Family to The Cowsill’s. If they ALL could have played, would they have been open for a different name for tv show - even one of their choosing? Wonder what that be?
The first "band" version of the Cowsills consisted of Billy, Barry, John & Bob, who gigged around Rhode Island from their Newport home base. It's said they were super-tight in clubs....and, of course, they had, in essence, four lead vocalists and a strong sense of harmony singing. I read somewhere they did superb covers of Beatles songs, including "Paperback Writer," for instance. I'd really love to be able to go back to when they were doing clubs like Bambi's in Newport and see the quartet live. I'd have been blown away. The Cowsills were...and are....great singers & players because they had the work ethic going and they loved what they were doing, which is the most important component to becoming gigging musicians. .
John Cowsill Is Amazing Drummer ! His lead vocals on Songs & background Vocals 🙂 Ive followed The Cowsills & John since 60s Playing singing with Beach Boys over 20 yrs Just saw John Beach Boys Feb 6 2022 here in Nashville John kick it as always Darlin John Owns Song Wild Honey Always Show John in this Clip Reach Out Behind Him ! just John not family 🙂🥁
wow does this take me back. Susan and I are about the same age and way back then I had the biggest crush on her, as a matter of fact she was my very first crush. Oh what times they were way back then.
I wish that their alcohol father and manager Bud Cowsill had truly known how talented and great his kids were. I don't know how many people know that the old show "The Partridge Family" was based off of this group.
Those kids could really sing, I think their dad held them back from being bigger. When they were on the Ed Sullivan show, the dad chewed out the Sullivan people and caused them to cancel future appearances. The dad was their manager which was a big mistake because they would have been a bigger success without his hot temper.
The dad actually threatened to kill Ed Sullivan's crew because there was a 90 lapse of audio; Sullivan's crew were notorious for being technically incompetent. That is one reason the Door's insisted on having Paul Rothchild on the soundboard when they played in 1967.
Father Bud, as his own kids have divulged, micro-managed the group and used his power to cut some of the older brothers from whatever gig they had as a way to play head trips and keep them in line. According to the Cowsill's documentary, Father Bud was a major control freak and even tried to defile his own daughter when he was drunk. Sad sad excuse for a dad. Heart-breaking. All of those children were so talented and willing to please their parents, but were abused and taken advantage of. I hope I'm not bursting anyone's bubble but it's all laid out in, "Family Band: The Cowsills Story" released in 2011.
@@429np True. They are great. I didn't appreciate them when they hit the chartsin the late '60s. I was a hipster doofus musical snob. But I've come to appreciate their musical abilities-and what they weathered as a family is nothing short of miraculous.
For people who don't know this is the Ed Sullivan Show, since it doesn't say anywhere on this video I thought I'd give the info. I don't know if this is the dress rehearsal or the show itself, maybe somebody knows.
Love this group...then the Partiage Family did one of their songs with Shirly Jones taking the lead..Both awesome...love David Cassidy...show taken from this talented family
An interesting miscellany of songs--I was not prepared for the Don GIbson country classic! The group is just ADORABLE here. Nothing slick and overproduced--just their talented selves.
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John Cowsill is one of the most underrated musicians in America.
I've been watching Beach Boy videos with John Cowsill in them. He played keyboards and drums and sang lead on a few songs. He was so much more fun to watch than the actual Beach Boys. Aside from playing the instruments perfectly, his vocals were spot-on! What made him so fun to watch was his energy. As this 10 or 11-year-old kid in this video playing the drums like he was sitting on a rocket, the 50+ year-old John played those drums with just as much energy and enthusiasm. Yes, he is certainly underrated!
He is not underrated at all just an average musician he gets what he deserves
@@randymerlo4070 What does he deserve?
@MGR1900 he was the drummer for the beach boys boys nothing wrong with that
Let’s not get too carried away now…Yes, John is good on the drums. No more, and no less. He isn’t underrated at all. He’s an average “pocket-drummer.”
That kid was a legit solid drummer
John still is a killer drummer/vocalist...He's been playing with The Beach Boys for years!
He still is
His name is John.
Yeah he's fucking smashing it!
The drummer John Cowsill he was born 2 March 1956. According to this video dated October 1967, that makes him only 11 years old when this was released.
Probably one of the most naturally musically talented family’s ever!
That was an 11 year old kid on the drums!!! Damn that boy can play, 😲 Amazingly
Entertainers back then dressed so much better than most today.
John was only 11 there. Listen to that drumming!
Absolutely. Everyone had so much talent!!
Genio total. John
This is the first time I've ever seen this video, it absolutely blew me away what a talented family!!! And John was unbelievable for his age, his drumming was fantastic.!!!
I bet the Mama's and the Papa's couldn't believe how good they covered their song.
Mom Barbara could sing and harmonize.
Here I am again marveling at the talent of this family.
We all could go on with accolades Larry, I always loved their talent but recently got to know about them 😊@larrycourtney5638
❤ First time I've seen this video and I'm REALLY Blown away by All the Talent They have at such a young age, 11 years old and tearing up the drums like that, TALENT, They All Have ALOT of TALENT ❤
Bill cowsill is the most underrated musician of all time
He was a gem. I know. Cheers and love to all. x
Bill was many things for the band-a motivated frontman, a gifted songwriter, and the heart and soul of The Cowsills (as a band.) Is he underrated? Yes, I think so. Is he “the most underrated musician of all time?” No, he is not. Sorry.
John! drumming in Reach out is OFF THE PLANET. Bill was a legend
@Lyndy C Bill Cowsill truly is a legend! He should have died a wealthy man, if success in the music business was based on actual talent.
Vocals, musicianship, stage presence, they had it all going on. Such talent!
Richard is missing from the group. Shipped off to war because of dad. These kids were so talented. It's sad they had to deal with such bad things from their father. I wish mom could have gotten away from him and taken the kids with her. 💕
Shipped off to war by his dad lets say the real reason The Father threatened to kill him. And throw him out on the street
What Bud did to Richard was horrific!
I have nothing against their mom but from what I've learned in interviews she didn't do anything to stop it. I think she was afraid of him too.
Get over it and enjoy the music.
Bud Cowsill - what a guy!
I’m blown away by how talented they all are at such a young age. They can all sing fantastically well and good god can John drum. So sad how much abuse they had to endure but they’ve left an indelible mark on history, for which they should be proud. I feel like they should be household names, even in the present day.
The "dad" should have been sent to prison.....there's more the kids didn't say.
WHAT the Heck WAS Going ON ?
They are household names in my household as I see them every year in the Happy Together Tour! Especially love Suzy Cowsill al grown up now & so talented still!!!
He is still amazing ive been in love with John cowsill forever im now 65
They should have had him for a drummer on the Partridge Family instead of Jeremy Gelbwaks. Seriously
Just saw the Cowsills few days ago here in Palm Springs. They were absolutely fantastic! Met Bob after the show and he was most gracious. What a great show!
the cowsills deserve one last big gig before they retire!! i say glastonbury!!!
@@normankennith7919 That would be fantastic!!
it's not so crazy!! paul mcartney, dolly parton, tony bennett & shirley bassey have all headlined at glastonbury & they are a lot older than the cowsills!!
they could be billed as 'the cowsills & friends', with brother john & his 'bangle' wife +, waddy watchel & jackson browne
guesting among others!!!@@buddygreco2348
At the 3:15 mark, Barry Cowsill playing bass guitar is the one that died during hurricane Katrina in 2005 in New Oleans. He was 50 years old.
I believe Bill passed away the day of, or maybe the day after Barry's funeral. What horrible losses for the family. 🙏💔
These folks were truly amazing WOW !!!!!!
WOW That boy could play awesome drums at his young age
John on drums. Still drumming in 2022.
And he wasn’t confused as a young Man in a Suit…
Just 11 here. Now plays for the Beach Boys on tours.
@@gotham61 John is no longer with the Beach Boys. Mike Love hired a younger guy who is very good but, ahh, not John.
These kids played all their own instruments sang songs and played live amazing
That drumming was freaking awesome!😄
Incredible drumming….fabulous group
The mom had a great voice!! They all did!!
@Get Overlt Actually, Barbara's vocal wasn't live, it was pre-recorded and if you watch her mouth, you can tell that she is lip- synching. Her voice wasn't great but it was alright, and Artie and Steve knew how to get the best out of her in the studio. The band really DIDN'T need her inclusion, and-to be honest-her presence wasn't welcomed by either Bill or Bob. If you really listen to Bob here, you can tell that he also doesn't have a great voice. His voice is quite flat and not emotive. As a singer, Susan sounds no better (or worse) than any other kid her age here would. As a kid, she sure wasn't a great singer, and-to be honest-she still isn't. On the other hand, Bill Cowsill really did have a GREAT voice.
@@shirleypena4133 I guess I should have qualified what I meant by "great." I stand by my opinion. Is Barbara Cowsill a diva solo recording artist? No. But she absolutely can carry a tune, put it across with a nice vibrato, and all band members stated that she was the one who sang with them since they were little kids, and taught them how to harmonize. So, kudos to her for that. No, the teenage boys never wanted their mother in their rock band (and the feeling was mutual on Barbara's part).. but because she was their mother, NOT because she couldn't sing. Adding Mom and little sister was their dad's idea. Next, Bob is not flat. Again, not a solo recording artist type, but certainly a solid, working musician. You didn't mention John and Barry, but they are inarguably spectacular here... not accounting for their ages, as their voices and instrumental skills were still developing. As for 8-year-old Susan, I don't know how many little kids you work with, but most cannot carry a tune, OR project their voices. For being with the group for one month at the time of this recording, she sang beautifully! Again, not a solo, big-hit recording artist as an adult, but most certainly a solid, working musician. Billy, indeed, had a great voice --- and, as an ensemble of mostly underage performers, their pitch, rhythm, harmonies, cues, enthusiasm, and professionalism ARE great, and I stand by the term.
She was only there to keep an eye on them, even on stage. She didn't join the band until they started touring.
I get so homesick listening to the Cowsills. They make me miss yesterday so much. Being young. Playing with my siblings and friends. Laughing. Dreaming. Feeling new and possible. So nostalgic. So wonderfully pulling. Where's that technicolor time portal? ❤
Individually, they were all gifted singers. Together, they were absolutely amazing. I love their cover version of Monday, Monday.
Agreed. Strong version of Monday, Monday.
Totally live, and totally wonderful. I remember watching this as it aired with my family along with everyone else in the country. These kids are so charismatic. I just love them all.
@Mikle Driftwood Actually, Barbara's vocal wasn't live, it was pre-recorded and if you watch her mouth, you can tell that she is lip- synching. Her voice wasn't great, but it was alright and Artie and Steve knew how to get the best out of her in the studio. The band really DIDN'T need her inclusion, and-to be honest-her presence wasn't welcomed by either Bill or Bob.
@@shirleypena4133 She absolutely sang this live. And truthfully.. Barbara and Susan being in the group was a great thing. Bill and Bob had this "Beatles" fever dream... but 20,000 other groups were trying to be the Beatles. Barbara and Susan being in the group is the ONE thing that set them apart.
Super talented family! Great music!
Yes! ❤️🎶
The Cowsill name still evokes fond memories here in Rhode Island 50 plus years later.
John had an amazing voice. The whole family was awesome.
Eles foram inspiração p/ The Patridge Family
They had more talent in their small family unit than all these so-called, present-day "superstar" rappers, hip hoppers, Beyonces, Cardi-B's, Ellishes, Jay-Z's, Kanye's....you get the picture. THIS, kids, is what TRUE, GOD-GIVEN TALENT looks like!
@mark lee You mean BILL had an amazing voice. He was also easily the band's best songwriter and musician, as well as the only band member who later became a successful producer, and founded/lead other outstanding bands, among them the SUPERB Canadian band The Blue Shadows. After their dirtbag father fired Bill, none of Bill's siblings was capable of stepping into Bill's shoes, and that's what caused the band to dissolve. Susan has made a modest living as a studio singer, but her career went no further. The only one who's enjoyed some success post-Cowsills band was John, but only because he became the drummer for The Beach Boys. Check out the late Bill Cowsill's band The Blue Shadows. The music that Bill Cowsill created with that band will knock your socks off!
@@shirleypena4133 I've read you comments. You have strong opinions, and are certainly familiar with the Cowsills, but your actual knowledge on some of their finer points, including their music skills is not on point.
@@shirleypena4133 "...But only because he became a drummer for the Beach Boys." LOL! You make that sound like a walk in the park, that anyone could achieve. He earned a place in the Beach Boys, it wasn't charity
Thank God this band still exists!!!!
Each was impressive. But John was especially impressive. I had no idea he was so good. No wonder he's still touring.
✨ I LOVE THE COWSILLS 🙏 GOD BLESS THEM. 🌈🌹🌈🌹🌈🌹💐🌸💮🏵🌹🌺🌷🌼🌻💐🌸💮🏵🌹🌺🌻🌼🌷✨🙏
Quel concentré de talent musical et phonique familial ! Un régal !
Loved the Cowsills since the 60s , You all know John Cowsill is Drummer for Beach Boys last 20 years Amazing I've been 10 times going again here in Nashville on February 6-2022
Imagine being the mother of all of those talented children and performing on stage with them! What joy must have been in her heart. RIP Barbara, and your children who are now reunited with you! And Bob, Paul, John and Susan, as long as you are able, please continue bringing musical joy to the world - we need you now more than ever!!
I'm sure she was very proud. She had an excellent voice they inherited, but she never wanted to be up there with them.That was her husband's doing. She made the best of it.
What a GREAT group!!!
I'm 69, and watching this reminded me I saw them at University of Illinois back in the 60s. I can't believe I had forgotten that, but it happens as you get old.
Wow, their harmony is exceptional!
What an AMAZING and Talented Family! John is awesome on the drums and I think Barry is SO CUTE and adorable! I'm a Huge Fan!!!
John the drummer went on to be the most successful Cowsill of them all.
For over 20 years he’s been with the Beach Boy’s playing keyboards and mostly drums.
He sings Beach Boy song’s better than ever.
I'd disagree
.yes he went to play with Beach Boys..but his remaining siblings..still are Cowsills..
@@greybird4257 I love the Cowsills, Bob, Paul and Sharon, John is the most financially successful Cowsill.
His surviving siblings are quick to point it out.
Best wishes
Also noteworthy; he married a Bangle
They should have been a much bigger success. They could all sing and play incredibly well. This was an impressive sampling of how talented they were.
They were a success.
Don't understand your statement, they where successful. Hair was a big hit. A TV show was based on them.
@@jenlarge9036 I said "They should have been a much bigger success," as in, they should be better known, have had more hits, more longevity, more albums. I didn't say they weren't successful.
@@oscarfairley6600 I said "They should have been a much bigger success," as in, they should be better known, have had more hit singles, more longevity, multiple hit albums based on their immense talent. I figured what I meant was quite clear, as I never said they weren't successful. I'm aware of the existence of The Partridge Family, but the focus of that show's success is largely on the monster popularity of David Cassidy, not on the group that inspired it.
They needed more original material on par with their biggest hit. "The Rain, the Park, and Other Things" is truly, for real, one of the greatest all-time pop studio productions. It sound like fcking psychedelic magic, better than Lucy in the Sky. I wanna spin it like cotton candy and eat it.
Watching this gave me the chills when they went to Mr. Postman. The talent of these kids & mom was phenomenal. Too bad the dad was a malicious bastard.
All are amazing, but the little girl is adorable. I was 10 years old when y heard about this fabulous family. Now 61 in the 2022 and still I loved.
Entertainment without sexual overtones, racial slurs, and radical degradation of morals. For the whole family to enjoy. I truly believe wholesome entertainment is on the horizon.
Uh... watch the documentary. Just like all squeaky clean looking family entertainers there was a lot of pain behind the scenes. 'Happiness is just an illusion'
Correct, but Indian Lake might not be totally appropriate in 2021 :)
Don't preach
Your dreaming dude. There father was sexually and physically abusive to all the kids and had sex with Susan. Do you ever read and research on this family
@@trentaccid2177 Hang in there, life can be wonderful. Cynicism clouds the soul.
WOW, given the year and all...they sound great!!! Of course my mother cranked their version of Hair when I was 4 yrs. old... something you never forget. I love Barry's voice.. sad Katrina swept him up, I was hoping to meet him one day
I had the opportunity to see them live in 1967 in Massachusetts - they were fabulous then - they could sing with the best of any group
Barry had such a great voice and John was a terrific drummer
Such a great group. I truly admire this group. They had such a tough time growing up.
❤❤so beautiful ❤️❤️
An incredibly talented family, who were genuinely good musicians and performers.
WITH A HORRIBLE ABUSIVE FATHER. HOW WAS YOUR GROWING UP THE COWSILLS WOULD LOVE TO HAVE GROWN UP WITH YOUR FATHER.
Wow! So much talent in that family!
What a talented Family!
The harmonies are fantastic.
I'm no expert, but John is a hell of a drummer.
Makes me want to go see a Beach Boys show.
@Thomas Dahlquist John didn't progress as a drummer as he became an adult. He also failed to establish a unique sound/technique for himself, which is so vital for the continued success of any drummer. Lucky for him, none of The Beach Boys' songs rely on being a really skilled drummer, so he has been a good fit for the band all these years.
@@shirleypena4133 But he was a better drummer than Ringo Starr, I bet
Such great talent. They played so well and sang like they were doing it forever.
Thanks.....
Have seen them live and they sent chills down my back as soon as they began singing
They are so supremely talented....I come back and rewatch it regularly. For an update listen to the "Benefit Concert for Billy Cowsill" from September 2004. They are still as amazing as ever. ❤️
Such a talented family :) REAL MUSIC .
I was 11. Loved Barry. I had his poster on my bedroom wall.
I’m with you just discovered the Cowsills what a great band seems a pity that bill and Barry are no longer with us they just made fantastic music especially the rain the park and other things ( the flower girl song ) these fantastic groups only come along once and the Cowsills were one of them groups 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
DAMN!!! They were very talented!!
I never realized how talented this Band was.....They went through Hell growing up. In retrospect they were amazing...and the surviving members still are! My best to them!
The boys all had great voices, and Susan developed hers over time too. Very talented family.
That haircut is back in style now. Talented family! Thanks for the footage!
very talented family love the Cowsills feel bad their father was a jerk to them ... RIP Billy Richard Barry And Barbara ...
Wow, great stuff. Classic! Forgot how good the Cowsills were. I miss these days badly.
Excellent Renditions !!!!
The first group I was in love with!
Pretty good. Why didn't I ever hear about the Cowsills when I was growing up? I only found out about them a few days ago when someone told me they provided the basis for the Partridge Family TV show.
maybe because they weren't that good ?
@@Jackretro I always thought the "flower girl" song was an anthem of the 1960s hippies. Turns out it was by the "clean cut" Cowsills. I wouldn't compare the Cowsills to Yes or the Beatles, but they had some nice harmonies.
It would depend on your age. I never knew the PF was based on this group until many years later either. It surprised me too....I figured the sitcom idea was the product of some fiction dreamt up by a writer or producer then pitched to ABC.
I am the same I've not heard about them till a few days ago.
They are so talented
The father was vicious man to his children.
He could not tolerate the son who playing drums it must be heartbreaking for him.
@@wandarask8444 .....the selfishness of one or both parents can be astonishing. My ex mother in law favored her youngest son to such a degree that it regularly set off my former husband who was the oldest. A lifetime of him acting up just to get attention while battling low self esteem--among other demons--and trying to buy people's love and loyalty never much concerned my ex MIL....unless it made HER look bad. The damage to a child's mental health can't be completely repaired and leaves permanent emotional scars. There are godawful people out there who had no business ever reproducing.
Superb harmonious musical family!
John and Barry wow, I had a crush on those two guys.
Amazing group. The drummer is great
It’s amazing how talented they all were. Such a sad story.
John is KILLING those drums! So much obvious joy. I love watching him play!
Btw, where’s Paul?
Paul didn't join until later, but I don't know why.
They still are amazing singers
John’s killing the drums on Reach Out 👍🥰😎 Love Barry’s Mr Postman, little Susan (her voice is so big though). ALL of them are talented and with good voices! I would have given anything just to see how one episode conversion The Partridge Family to The Cowsill’s. If they ALL could have played, would they have been open for a different name for tv show - even one of their choosing? Wonder what that be?
The first "band" version of the Cowsills consisted of Billy, Barry, John & Bob, who gigged around Rhode Island from their Newport home base. It's said they were super-tight in clubs....and, of course, they had, in essence, four lead vocalists and a strong sense of harmony singing. I read somewhere they did superb covers of Beatles songs, including "Paperback Writer," for instance. I'd really love to be able to go back to when they were doing clubs like Bambi's in Newport and see the quartet live. I'd have been blown away.
The Cowsills were...and are....great singers & players because they had the work ethic going and they loved what they were doing, which is the most important component to becoming gigging musicians.
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Too wordy
Not in my opinion.
@user-oh5uq8kg1l Why are you even here then?
This is some awesome talent.. so entertaining.. ty for posting
Very talented.
John Cowsill Is Amazing Drummer ! His lead vocals on Songs & background Vocals 🙂 Ive followed The Cowsills & John since 60s Playing singing with Beach Boys over 20 yrs Just saw John Beach Boys Feb 6 2022 here in Nashville John kick it as always Darlin John Owns Song Wild Honey Always Show John in this Clip Reach Out Behind Him ! just John not family 🙂🥁
wow does this take me back. Susan and I are about the same age and way back then I had the biggest crush on her, as a matter of fact she was my very first crush. Oh what times they were way back then.
Mis favoritos desde niña....me las sabía todas y las bailaba y bailaba
The father was a monster . The family never recovered .
I disagree...they have survived and the surviving siblings are thriving in their careers and lives!
John became the drummer for The Beach Boys
I wish that their alcohol father and manager Bud Cowsill had truly known how talented and great his kids were. I don't know how many people know that the old show "The Partridge Family" was based off of this group.
Those kids could really sing, I think their dad held them back from being bigger. When they were on the Ed Sullivan show, the dad chewed out the Sullivan people and caused them to cancel future appearances. The dad was their manager which was a big mistake because they would have been a bigger success without his hot temper.
The dad actually threatened to kill Ed Sullivan's crew because there was a 90 lapse of audio; Sullivan's crew were notorious for being technically incompetent. That is one reason the Door's insisted on having Paul Rothchild on the soundboard when they played in 1967.
Sweet Memories of my Childhood !!!
I love this group.
that kid is a bad ass drummer
He's now the drummer for the Beach Boys. John was around 12 yrs old, when this was recorded, he was born in 1956.
@@usmc-veteran73-77 cool thanx
Y tú has de ser muy bueno
Robert Plant was a huge fan and Jimmy Page has said if there was no Cowsills there never would have been a Led Zeppelin
I can see that
I Never Knew they were a Family. They were Either Mismanaged Or Poorly Marketed Because They Were MUCH BETTER than they Ever got Credit for!!!
John is a drum assassin!! Where is Paul?
Paul joined the group later.
Father Bud, as his own kids have divulged, micro-managed the group and used his power to cut some of the older brothers from whatever gig they had as a way to play head trips and keep them in line. According to the Cowsill's documentary, Father Bud was a major control freak and even tried to defile his own daughter when he was drunk. Sad sad excuse for a dad. Heart-breaking. All of those children were so talented and willing to please their parents, but were abused and taken advantage of. I hope I'm not bursting anyone's bubble but it's all laid out in, "Family Band: The Cowsills Story" released in 2011.
@@IMCcanTWEESTED Not busting my bubble. They are great.
@@429np True. They are great. I didn't appreciate them when they hit the chartsin the late '60s. I was a hipster doofus musical snob. But I've come to appreciate their musical abilities-and what they weathered as a family is nothing short of miraculous.
Paul was the last to join even though he was older than Barry John or Susan.
For people who don't know this is the Ed Sullivan Show, since it doesn't say anywhere on this video I thought I'd give the info. I don't know if this is the dress rehearsal or the show itself, maybe somebody knows.
Love this group...then the Partiage Family did one of their songs with Shirly Jones taking the lead..Both awesome...love David Cassidy...show taken from this talented family
Good god what a talented bunch.
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*Wow, increible, hermosa musica.*
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Wow!!! So good!
The poise and rhythm of little Susan.
Excellent take. Great voice(s)
they are really good such a sad story life is so hard
Wonderful!♥️🎼🎶🎵
An interesting miscellany of songs--I was not prepared for the Don GIbson country classic! The group is just ADORABLE here. Nothing slick and overproduced--just their talented selves.