All three of them have very distinct, crystal clear, beautiful, pleasant voices and they harmonize amazingly well. No trying to sing over each other, just these 3 amazingly talented ladies combining their talents beautifully.
She sure does! and whereas i put it on as to join in the singing, she had me sobbing throughout the entire song! just like the one she does with John Denver! "Leaving on a jet plane"! and don't think i could sing a single note there either! too many tears and spirit groaning within and outside! wow! that was a trip and a half! :-)
what I love about this, is that none of them try to out perform the other. Lets face it the best 3 voices of an era and all perfectly content to let the other one shine!!! sheer poetry in music. my personal fav is Mary. but all 3 amazing
Me too Love them all But Mary T wow I saw her and Peter and Paul from their beginning. She was so hip with having to try to be and her contralto and a male tenor too
I saw this when it was first broadcast. Had been anticipating Cass’ first TV special. This was 1969 and I was only 15 years old. I had first heard of the M&P from my older brother when I was only 12 years old. His record collections had a big impression on me. He had them all, the Beatles, Peter, Paul and Mary, Jefferson Airplane, Rolling Stones, Janis Joplin, Aretha, Laura Nyro, etc. I came to love rock & roll through him. I especially became fond of the M&P and collected all their music religiously. I loved their harmonies and thought Cass was awesome. I followed her career thru the years and was heart broken when she passed away much to soon. Since then have followed all these artist and grieved when they passed as well. I had not seen this since actually getting a recording of Cass’ first special Now I have her second special too. I am now a nearly 68 yr old granddaddy and am so very thankful that we have something like You Tube to revisit these amazing moments in music history. To all who put these various artist’s performances out here. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!
I, too, am grateful these wonderful singers and songs are on here. Almost 65. I was little when the folk music scene was big, but as I grew up, I fell in love with these great songs I am hearing again. Love it. Love the harmony!
I never saw this on television, back in the 1960's, 😢 There was only television, or the radio back then,❤ I was a TV hawk back then,❤ I would have remembered this song, ❤ Beautiful, ❤
I didn't know this existed- actually have tears in my eyes (and really not sure why) perhaps I missed these voices more than I realised. Thank you so much for posting it!
I think it could also be the nostalgia for this era and the simple beauty of this performance. Live, no autotune, no flash, just sitting there singing.
.....are you THE Rick Nowels...who produced and co-wrote with many...including Stevie Nicks? If so, I'm among a batch of Stevie fans who ADORE her 4th album, THE OTHER SIDE OF THE MIRROR. thanks.
People will never know how iconic this photo is! Joni, Cass, and Mary!! God bless for what you have all done for female vocalists! it will never be done again! yes, we did all love, once upon a time
Had Mama been lived to this day, she would have been as equally big as Cher, Aretha Franklin (RIP), Dolly Parton, Patti Labelle or Diana Ross. Gone way too soon...
She's bigger than them all, hun. She was a good soul with an incredible voice and all the time in the world for her fans. A rare gem especially in modern 'diva' terms.
Yeah, a total masterpiece, every song a gem! I remember when it came out, I was trying to be a tough guy teenager and was not visibly impressed when a girlfriend played it for me. Of course, on later listenings I started tearing up😃
I love the beautiful harmony! I grew up in the 1960's & 1970's, & as a singer myself, these three women, along with Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris, Ann Wilson, Janis Joplin, Donna Summer, & Pat Benatar, were my idols. If I were only half as talented as they, I'd be happy.
Absolutely stunning stuff, and a complete joy to watch and listen to, the epitome of absolute sheer personified talent. So effortless with no gimmicks, just three great voices. Todays generation is being found to be sadly lacking. ❤️
This is so crazy! The great Mary Travers, the even bigger Mama Cass AND Joni Mitchell together! What a heavenly band this will be, when on someday the last of the three ladies left with us, Joni Mitchell, will cross Jerdan too. What a pitty that Mama Cass and "Mary" have gone so early!
This made my early morning. These are 3 great singers each in their own right but this was pure magic to listen to. Mamma Cass and Mary Travers are no longer alive though. Thanks for posting this. The days of real music.
Talented women just singing together showcasing their beautiful voices..and not competing for who's sexiest or who can show more of their ass like the artists now do. This is talent, confidence and class.
So true. Life is so short. I hope Joni recovers. She's been such an inspiration to so many female singer/songwriters. I never knew she was on this tv show. Thanks for sharing!
As a very young combat vet just back from Vietnam, i related to this song when I saw it on Mama’s show. It still brings tears at 73.
So glad to see your comment. My dad came back but he was crazy as a Betsy bug. I’m always glad to see that not everyone suffered his fate.
Glad you made it back sir and thank you.
Thank you for your service.
Thank you for your service!
Thank you for your service.
All three of them have very distinct, crystal clear, beautiful, pleasant voices and they harmonize amazingly well. No trying to sing over each other, just these 3 amazingly talented ladies combining their talents beautifully.
This is STUNNING. If only the beautiful Mama Cass had been able to live longer.
A great talent, unfortunately she was the architect of her own fate.
Mama Cass Elliott had such a lovely angelic voice
She sure does! and whereas i put it on as to join in the singing, she had me sobbing throughout the entire song! just like the one she does with John Denver! "Leaving on a jet plane"! and don't think i could sing a single note there either! too many tears and spirit groaning within and outside! wow! that was a trip and a half! :-)
Boy did she ever……gone way too soon……RIP
Mama Cass, Judith Durham and Karen Carpenter.......that'll do for me
Did she ever--if only she could have lived a little longer
what I love about this, is that none of them try to out perform the other. Lets face it the best 3 voices of an era and all perfectly content to let the other one shine!!! sheer poetry in music. my personal fav is Mary. but all 3 amazing
Me too Love them all But Mary T wow I saw her and Peter and Paul from their beginning. She was so hip with having to try to be and her contralto and a male tenor too
check out mama cass and john denver, same amazing chemistry.
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Can't choose.
And you can tell they really enjoyed it.
sheer, not shear (sheep get sheared)
I saw this when it was first broadcast. Had been anticipating Cass’ first TV special. This was 1969 and I was only 15 years old. I had first heard of the M&P from my older brother when I was only 12 years old. His record collections had a big impression on me. He had them all, the Beatles, Peter, Paul and Mary, Jefferson Airplane, Rolling Stones, Janis Joplin, Aretha, Laura Nyro, etc. I came to love rock & roll through him. I especially became fond of the M&P and collected all their music religiously. I loved their harmonies and thought Cass was awesome. I followed her career thru the years and was heart broken when she passed away much to soon. Since then have followed all these artist and grieved when they passed as well. I had not seen this since actually getting a recording of Cass’ first special Now I have her second special too.
I am now a nearly 68 yr old granddaddy and am so very thankful that we have something like You Tube to revisit these amazing moments in music history. To all who put these various artist’s performances out here. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!
Me too Roger . 64 year old grampah. Music was the best back then
Joni is still living.
I, too, am grateful these wonderful singers and songs are on here. Almost 65. I was little when the folk music scene was big, but as I grew up, I fell in love with these great songs I am hearing again. Love it. Love the harmony!
I was 18 in 1969. That era of music was the best rock ‘n’ roll. It was so inspirational.
I never saw this on television, back in the 1960's, 😢
There was only television, or the radio back then,❤
I was a TV hawk back then,❤
I would have remembered this song, ❤
Beautiful, ❤
3 beautiful women with incredible voices. UNBELIEVABLE!
Pure harmony...no screaming over each other.... BEAUTIFUL...
Their harmonies are perfect. Individually great, but together it's golden.
Sure boomer, sure. Sounds like a catfight but I guess if you smoked enough boomer weed it was good
@@willg4802 Why are you replying to every comment like this? Humanity is wasted on people like you.
@@willg4802 You are aware that most of the people listening to this aren't even boomers right? Just like you aren't. lol you're a moron.
I agree with you. Ps I am a boomer
@@willg4802 You've had your senses addled by too much rap and hip-hop.
These ladies had class and substance. What beautiful harmony.
Mary Travers not only sang like an angel, but she was also a stunningly beautiful woman.
She was. However, I have always been totally in love with Joni.
Mary was an underrated performer. She was simply superb
Great legs.
I met Mary Travers in 1967 back stage at A Peace Rally. Such a hip Groovy Woman
Mary was my first love
Born in 77 and I wish I was alive during this time. I feel so connected to it. The music, the pop culture, the environment, all of it.
I didn't know this existed- actually have tears in my eyes (and really not sure why) perhaps I missed these voices more than I realised. Thank you so much for posting it!
So beautiful and Harmony
I think it could also be the nostalgia for this era and the simple beauty of this performance. Live, no autotune, no flash, just sitting there singing.
The beauty shining in this video just completely ruled my day. Thanks
three of the absolute greats.
Rick Nowels I
.....are you THE Rick Nowels...who produced and co-wrote with many...including Stevie Nicks? If so, I'm among a batch of Stevie fans who ADORE her 4th album, THE OTHER SIDE OF THE MIRROR. thanks.
OK boomer. Sounds like a cat fight to me
@@willg4802 oof just out of the womb bro? Don't wear your ignorance and immaturity like a badge, makes you look foolish.
@@RandomPlayIist It's a troll. It's been posting that same crap in one thread after another, looking for attention.
Three such distinct voices on their own, blending so beautifully.
“White” harmony......no screeeeeeeeming !
they all were/are
Mary's performance of "500 Miles" stills my heart every time I hear it.
Just passing through ,but these three incredible women remind me of all the wonderful, talented women in my life.
2 are gone...but not forgotten💖
People will never know how iconic
this photo is! Joni, Cass, and Mary!!
God bless for what you have all
done for female vocalists! it will
never be done again! yes, we did all
love, once upon a time
This really is amazing these 3 classy women harmonizing a Dylan classic .
Beautiful! I miss Mary and Momma.
yet another episode of female superbness
Had Mama been lived to this day, she would have been as equally big as Cher, Aretha Franklin (RIP), Dolly Parton, Patti Labelle or Diana Ross. Gone way too soon...
She's bigger than them all, hun. She was a good soul with an incredible voice and all the time in the world for her fans. A rare gem especially in modern 'diva' terms.
@@alisonhenry7330 I absolutely agree. What a shame we lost her.
She would have been a big Musical Comedy Actress
My dad loved Cass’s voice. So pure and unpretentious. She could’ve given us so much more great music.
@@davidanthonystone5165 I think se already did.
Three of the most beautiful voices you will ever hear.
Actually, the B-52's girls put them to shame.
This performance gives me the chills......what voices!
The angels 👼 are singing so beautifully...RIP Cass Elliot & Mary Travers. 🎤🎶🎶
Joni's album "Blue" saw me through some rough days as a 16 year old in 1971. I LOVE that album, and still listen to it!
Karen Reid me too. older than you though and got me to and through a divorce.
Joni's album helps everyone going thru rough times whatever the year. Timeless and beautiful, same as this song! Glad she pulled you thru!
Your username, tho. I feel seen.
Oh yes, that's what we need NOW.
Yeah, a total masterpiece, every song a gem! I remember when it came out, I was trying to be a tough guy teenager and was not visibly impressed when a girlfriend played it for me. Of course, on later listenings I started tearing up😃
One of those lingering performances that disappoints when it ends and plays on in your head. Beautiful.
RIP Mary, you will not be forgotten
I been on probation for LSD since 2020, Did 2 different stints in jail the past 3 years and this song always came into my heart and mind
WOW just WOW. Three amazing voices and an iconic song. WOW!!
She's the singer I would bring back to life if I could.
Beautiful mama
Yeah. Three great voices, great together.
It doesn’t get any better than this!
Mama Cass has such a lovely voice.
I miss all of these great artists. I also saw this when it was first shown in 1969 on the Mama
Cass show..Love it!!
And the Angels Sing!
Three of the greatest women in music. They're pioneers.
I love these talented and beautiful ladies! Only Jon Mitchell is still around.God bless Joni.RIP Mama Cass and Mary.❤💕💗💞🌹⚘🌷
Beautiful voices, different personalities, friendly vibe = great result. A rarity.
This is just beautiful....... lovely ladies!
joni is the only dear lady in this trio alive, must miss your singing folks, like Michelle Phillips, nothing but love in my heart for all of you.
Whatever boomer, can't wait till you all pass
@@willg4802 You, too, shall pass, Grasshopper.
Are you kidding me? I am a huge Joni fan but her vocals on this are certainly not the best of the 3 "ladies"
@@sulaynyang7108 Where did it say she was the best? She's the only one still alive.
@@bassiehd someone else mentioned it before (thread IS 7yrs old) - must have been deleted after my post. That's all.
RIP Cass Elliot & Mary Travers. May Angels surround you Roberta Joan Anderson.
Love these three goddesses. RIP Cass and Mary. Blessings to all 🙏
Beautiful!! 🙂🙂☮☮✌✌💗💗
I love the beautiful harmony! I grew up in the 1960's & 1970's, & as a singer myself, these three women, along with Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris, Ann Wilson, Janis Joplin, Donna Summer, & Pat Benatar, were my idols. If I were only half as talented as they, I'd be happy.
What a trio of geniuses.
Three absolute legends here !!
The Queens of Folk, not mean-spirited divas. Mamma Kass, so wonderful. Mary, an angel. Joni, we'll never see you like again.
I will never not love this song.
What talent.
Mary Travers was a really, really beautiful woman back then... with a voice to match.
Simply beautiful
Mama Cass lived up the street from me in Baltimore when I was a kid.
Three of my favorite female folk singers from that era! o how beautiful their voices are together!!
WoW ! What A Power Team Trio ! ! Just Lovely ~
I'm in chills after hearing this, it just doesn't get any better than these 3 ladies!
These 3 ladies were superstar angels. Joni still with us.
I loved all three - but especially MaryTravers
Absolutely stunning stuff, and a complete joy to watch and listen to, the epitome of absolute sheer personified talent. So effortless with no gimmicks, just three great voices. Todays generation is being found to be sadly lacking. ❤️
just awesome
Love it, wish I could have been in the room. Astounding.
Three wonderful talented ladies. I miss Cass and Mary. Joni is still here. All three were class acts😃
Wow! Amazing. I wish these 3 talented artists had done an album together.
All I see and hear is talent and grace.
Beautiful! Before artists thought of themselves as commodities in competition for the most views.
And none of this crazy riffing back then.
Golden voices, nowdays We have not heard voices like that unfortunately
I love this version so much. I always come back to it.
They're jammin. We need more of this today.
This is so crazy! The great Mary Travers, the even bigger Mama Cass AND Joni Mitchell together!
What a heavenly band this will be, when on someday the last of the three ladies left with us, Joni Mitchell, will cross Jerdan too. What a pitty that Mama Cass and "Mary" have gone so early!
God that is beautiful.
what an incredible trio
Three stars with the voices of angels
Voices of a generation. I was lucky enough to see each in their time -- Cass and Mary gone forever far too soon. May they always be remembered.
This is the closest thing to hear what heaven is like.
this is the best cover of all time.
Fantastic--perfect--unbelievable that this much talent was on the stage at once!
Holy toledo, some serious talent sitting there, and Joni can play guitar and write with the elite.
I always get chills listening to this; doesn't get any better.
Takes me back to my childhood when i was 5 years old when i first heard it ..absolutly amazing
Mary is just stunning here
Wow love this!!! Thanks for posting!
I'm suddenly a teenager again.... Brilliant 💋🤗🥰🌟🌈
This made my early morning. These are 3 great singers each in their own right but this was pure magic to listen to. Mamma Cass and Mary Travers are no longer alive though. Thanks for posting this. The days of real music.
Wow. One of the few times in my life a musical performance has moved me to tears.
Talented women just singing together showcasing their beautiful voices..and not competing for who's sexiest or who can show more of their ass like the artists now do. This is talent, confidence and class.
@@Bobby-fj8mk ....watch your mouth fool...she’s in a better place than you!!😡
@@Bobby-fj8mk EVIL CREATURE YOU ARE. Arnold Bourbon Amaral
@@Bobby-fj8mk fuck you. Have a bit of respect
My gosh! What a great trio performance of one of Dylan's "Basement" gems. Makes me want to see/hear more of the Mama Cass show.
Three Queens of Music!
Three of the best ever. Mary and Joni I've had the pleasure to see many times, I wish I could have said the same for Mama Cass.
Amazing!!!
So great to find this!
So true. Life is so short. I hope Joni recovers. She's been such an inspiration to so many female singer/songwriters. I never knew she was on this tv show. Thanks for sharing!
Very special song from very special singers! Thank you so much for sharing and God bless everyone
Their harmonies are just angelic!
One of the best versions. I love it!
What a wonderful combination of talented ladies
So much beauty! Their voices made me travel through time so many time. Thank you for sharing!
The song, the lyrics...