All Four Cowsill Sibs: "The Rain The Park and Other Things"

[@handsupbud]

I'm 69 and this puts a huge smile on my face. It was the sounds of my life.

[@onii747]

69 puts a smile on my face too

[@johndewitt54]

Ditto 69

[@patriciawhite6820]

I am 72. I also smile at this song.

[@Jims2517]

Kids today may own the future, but we have the past and it was wonderful.

[@charlenemack7040]

72 here. I remember them on Ed Sullivan show with their mom. I always thought it was odd to have your mother in your band, but they made it happen.😊

[@GearJamminSalmon]

I was less than a year old when the song came out. For some reason, I remembered it, it embedded. I just turned 58, still love it. Barry's story and final days were a heartbreaker. I can't call it anything else.

[@marydifiore]

Almost 66 and I still ❤ the Cowsills! I’m so glad I was born at the right time! Nothing today compares to these songs / music 🎤🎼🎸🎹!

[@lisadc4681]

Exactly! I just turned 67 last month and this and the amazing music we got to grow up with in 1960'sand 70's can/will never be matched sadly!!! Wouldn't trade being born in 1957 for anything!! ✌️

[@pixshooter7]

Exactly! I'm 73 and this music is timeless !!!

[@kevbob]

Look for the Lemon Twigs. Esp the record they just released (May 2024). I guarantee it will give you good nostalgic vibes while listening to a contemporary band. I kid you not! (Also a 'sills fan from way back, had the usual kid crush on Susan when I was a boy and she was a slightly older girl.)

[@TeriMcFarlan]

I'm 66 as well and I could not agree more. I am so glad I was born at the right time!!!!

[@Grnacrz3]

@@lisadc4681 Me too!!

[@davewebbtheauthor]

This is what we all wanted to see -- the four of them together. And don't they sound amazing!

[@Skedawg88]

As much as any song this one defines the 60’s. It takes me back.

[@maricogan2903]

I’m SO HAPPY to see John singing with the family. He adds even more richness to the harmonies.

[@vcoaster]

Except that he's not so happy he was fired by Mike Love (for no known reason) from his Beach boys gig which lasted 20 years.

[@maricogan2903]

@@vcoaster Mike Love has a huge ego and no sense of humour. HUGE EGO!

[@suegorecki9868]

I was lucky to share a hotel with these wonderful people in 2018 in Wautoma Wisconsin...and I got to do a pinkie with Paul!!! I was in heaven!

[@nancytepper5323]

So fun to watch them sing.

[@chrisdurante2544]

John brought this sucker to life and freed up Susan to do her thing. Lotta talent right there.

[@spectrum04002]

Yes, his layering is noticeable!

[@wyantz]

More, more, more ... so great to see John with Bob, Paul, and Susan - at last ... BIG smile

[@lisafalzetta9116]

It made me SO happy to see John with them, too! ❤

[@Juanita6173]

For my late mom who passed away last October. She wore flowers in her hair it was her peculiar signature look even into her 80s. Love you mom. Love the Cowsills. Am so happy they received this recognition.

[@GaryAa56]

@Juanita6....Hippie Girls live forever!

[@brucefranklin6295]

Susan is so darn cute. They all look very happy performing together.

[@Primus54]

I was in 7th grade and a drummer in junior high band. There was a girl that played clarinet that was just cute as hell who loved this song… I had my first pubescent crush. Whenever I hear this song I’m transported back to those memories and today wonder what became of her life. 😉

[@GearJamminSalmon]

@@Primus54 It was weird: my first fatal crush was Buffy (Anissa Jones) from _Family Affair_ when I was two. I wish I'd seen Susan when I was two...I'd've been overwhelmed by two cute, adorable angels.

[@nickhuber9627]

It's nice to see John back singing with them.

[@lynntempleton9640]

Mike Love's loss.

[@mimirudow8550]

It is indeed wonderful to see John Cowsills back with Siblings. No offense to The Beach Boys Touring Band, but John was a great addition to their percussion and drums he was an integral member for Mike Love and Bruce Johnston et al for decades, giving stability to The Boys and with his Cowsill family John will add to the same spirit and professionalism to his siblings. Welcome back John😊😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤👍👍👍👍

[@theepistemiccafe]

@@mimirudow8550 I'm with you, John was solid with the Beach boys and I'm a big fan, but if you think this performance added spirit or professionalism you need to rewatch. His showmanship was non-existent. There was NO SPIRIT as you anticipated. Maybe this is why the Beach Boys let him go. That's just a speculation. He is great, but this performance was a failure

[@waltonwarrior7428]

I’m 72 years old and this song brings back great memories from my high school years. Where’s the time gone? Thanks for posting.

[@poptopia1]

Glad to see John back!

[@kingofallwhites]

Mike Love fired him

[@poptopia1]

@@kingofallwhitesHe fires everybody

[@joelanderos23]

​@@kingofallwhitesthanks to John Stamos wanting his buddy to be the drummer.

[@spectrum04002]

It's just a rare appearance. John has a full plate with his own endeavors.

[@robertguerrero8009]

Brings back wonderful memories to us baby boomers,

[@mikeywid4954]

We did have the best music imo.

[@barcham]

I'm 67 and I had such a crush on Susan when I was a kid! Considering who is in the R&R Hall of Fame, the Cowsills absolutely belong in there as well!

[@normankennith7919]

ditto & they should have one last hurrah at glastonbury!!!

[@MannyEmm]

I am 66….I loved this song since 1967.

[@randythieman6583]

I'll soon be 70. This song is one of the greatest! Sooo many memories 😢

[@tomh3652]

Im 65 and this brings back some great memories of my childhood and family that have past. Kind of sad seeing only 4 remain with us. They still sound great.

[@sandlot40]

I'm also 65. My 6 years older brother bought this single at the time it was a hit. I listened to it over and over and always loved it. My big brother somehow instilled an intense love of pop and rock music into me that lives on today. Sadly he died before we could make it out of the 70's. Enjoy those you love while you have them. Someday the tunes will make you sad but its so much easier when the sadness is accompanied with wonderful memories. ♥

[@Mark-xw5lg]

They still sound great. Far better than many aging performers.

[@georgekosich5563]

Mike Love of the Beach Boys sings way out of tune and has for many years now.

[@1slyangel211]

I love seeing and hearing John! I wish he would join them more often.

[@johnvrabec9747]

This makes me feel 11 years old all over again.I may have been pretty young, but, I always had my transitor radio on, listening to all this great music like this. Almost 60 years later there is still demand for this music, not like the forgettable, throwaway derivative stuff on Spotify. We were listening to the Cowsills, Mamas & Papas, CCR, Beatles, Grass Roots, Janis, Jimi, Jim, Byrds, Turtles, Stones, Elvis, Temps, Four Tops, Smokey, Diana, Etc etc.

[@charleshuwe9144]

Don’t forget, Paul Revere and the Raiders

[@nicholasbrowning4558]

John is such a great singer and drummer. He was the touring drummer for the beach boys and sang lead on a couple of songs as well as background vocals.

[@JjJimerson]

This still makes me happy. Cowsills harmony even better with age. Mom, Bill & Barry are smiling upon their family! 💐💚☮️

[@wendyjames3977]

@JjJimerson Don't forget their Dear Late Brother Richard 🕊 who sadly was kept out of the Family Band by their Father. RIP Billy, Barry and Richard 🕊💐

[@dannelson4209]

The Cowsills were a force to be reckoned with, I remember the days like it were yesterday, they had their own unique style and nobody else was like them, like many great bands back then they were original, Man oh man what a time to live and the music back then was OUTSTANDING!

[@mikebertelson9681]

It’s great to see John up there with you singing harmonies!

[@stevedoll508]

Wow! Even with only one guitar accompaniment they sound fantastic. What a blessing to the music world. Thanks, Cowsills, and keep on keepin' on!

[@KevinHudson-q7i]

How frickin cool was that, 4 people singing their HEARTS OUT for us, THANK YOU it was just BEAUTIFUL😂

[@dalenemoore]

They are the nicest people, too. They usually come out to meet fans after their concerts.❤️

[@everlastingarms3065]

Awesome to see and hear John back with them. My goodness the blend and overtones they all generate. Golden ear candy.

[@fg3568]

Such an incredibly talented family. Always loved the Cowsills and still do!!

[@fernandoacuna]

I'm 64, I heard this song when I was 10 years old, now just nostalgic for me. I wants back to that years, but it's impossible 😢😢

[@martinsmith4546]

Absolutely superb. To be able to harmonise and pitch so perfectly after all those decades is amazing. Great respect!

[@skipmessier765]

I’m 73 and knew the Cowsills when Susan was a young girl in the band with her Mom, Barbara, and John while being a little older was still young himself. An incredibly talented family who amazingly still have beautiful voices. Still remember Bill and Bob playing Beatles songs over the phone to my brother, Arthur and as always nailed it. Also went to school at same time and school as Bill, Bob, Dick and Paul (“ the schoolhouse on the hill “ ).

[@jerrymeeker8832]

I’m 68 and couldn’t ask for anything better 💕❤️

[@DownAroundSanAntonio-ik4ek]

The Cowsills won me $79. About 20 years ago I was at work and the local radio station was running a name-that-song kind of contest. When the DJ played "The Rain, the Park, and Other Things" the calls started coming in. Most people were guessing "The Flower Girl." I knew the right title, called in, and won the money. I think it was $79 because that was the station's number on the radio dial. I've been a fan since they started performing back in the 60s. Love their harmonies.

[@garydefilippis3561]

Great to see John with them for this ! I hope to see him more ..

[@sunsetcaptiva8573]

After all these years, and all of the performances... They still harmonize wonderfully...

[@beckygray2663]

I listen to this over and over again. They are so talented. So happy to hear and see John up there.

[@timothymoore1987]

Great to see John there singing!

[@56Truex]

Great to see John join them. What a song !!

[@sheriw1965]

They still sound fantastic. Those harmonies!

[@Nunofurdambiznez]

Nice to see all FOUR on stage again!! They were and still are FANTASTIC!!! Thanks for posting this incredible gem!

[@figmo397]

Today the California Music Hall of Fame; maybe soon the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame!

[@GearJamminSalmon]

No...the R&RHoF is worthless. The Cowsills are better than that.

[@DenisMiller-dz7qv]

Grew up with there music I'm 70 and can listen to them all the time

[@rubywingo6030]

I wanted to play drums like John Cowsill and now at age 58 I’m finally getting to take lessons! I’m having a blast! Thanks John for the inspiration!❤❤❤❤

[@amerocker]

Good for you! 😀

[@navyskaterdude]

Nice to see u with your family John❤

[@Baci302]

Oh my goodness! It’s so wonderful to see these siblings, who’ve been through so much, sounding so perfect together. Their vocal blend is still amazing and rocks me to my soul. The Cowsills were an important part of my childhood

[@danielbruns1675]

I'll be sixty-four very soon and The Cowsills have been a part of the tapestry of my life. A soundtrack from an early chapter that is still great to catch again from time to time.

[@7775Kevin]

Great song. Cool to see them perform it, thanks

[@PTP8712]

Knowing the story behind it all, what could’ve been, what actually was. Those smiles are real. They overcame it all. That’s victory!

[@TWayneD1020]

We love the Cowsills❤!!

[@jeffreybarna6543]

GREAT to see John joining the others!

[@allentate3760]

I read that siblings can harmonize in a special way.

[@robinbond7878]

Blood harmony

[@leadstrat]

I’m 44 and I stumbled across this song about 3 years ago and never get tired of it. The original and some of your newer performances are magical.

[@GaryAa56]

I'm 68, I love this song from the time I first heard it up to today.

[@groovygirl23]

They still sound terrific together. A great pop sound.

[@colindeer9657]

Likewise I am 68 and this song always makes me feel all goosebumps and gooey inside. I remember first falling for a girl and all that entails. What a beautiful beautiful song. Great to see the family still together doing so well and sung perfectly. Many thanks. Sent my heart a flutter once again. So sweet.

[@geoffmower8729]

Susan will forever be my flower girl.❤

[@danielparsons9531]

Really great to see John joining in with the gang ….. “awesome actually “ 😎👍

[@faithhopelove9176]

Masterpiece!!!!!!!

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

I agree with you, a masterpiece.

[@CSICyn]

It's about time they were inducted! What an amazing family! I have fond memories of when my sisters and I would hang out with them - (primarily, Susan, John and Barry at 1837 La Mesa Dr..) We lived close by on Marguerita Ave. Wish you'd come to Palm Springs area, I'd love to see you. Hey John, I LOVE The Action Skulls! :-D CHEERS to memories, keep rockin' ya all!

[@lionheartroar3104]

Still on their game...Great!

[@lindanelson1442]

I'm 66 and have always loved the Cowsills. I was head over heels in love with John and had a pretend wedding when I was 10.

[@dianal3630]

💕Barry was my guy.. 💕So sad he lost his life in Katrina.

[@annb1]

Sounds much fuller with four. It was mind blowing when there were all six.

[@johnvance3011]

Couple years back they were all on stage and it sounded awesome

[@robyntattersall236]

Oh wow … you guys need to stay together … that kind of harmony cannot be replicated … all 4 … an embarrassment of riches ❤❤❤❤❤

[@willswalkingwest7267]

Susan just gets prettier and prettier and her voice gets better and better .

[@Earthman99999]

I still think Susan Cowsill would have stolen the show had she as a kid, had gotten to be part of the "Partridge Family" on the TV series, as the executives originally wanted.

[@WilmerCook]

I worked with Paul very nice guy gave me a Cowsill's CD!

[@kathrynroddy3733]

I’ll be 63 and I got my tickets to see them at the Washington State Fair

[@andreawight1921]

Thank you for sharing 🥰💖..beautiful music from my early childhood ❤️

[@getube9]

All respect to the boys... Show of hands of us who had a crush on Ms. Susan...

[@bitfenix90]

I am so happy to see them perform with just one strumming guitar. Amazing vocal performance on an amazing song.

[@commercialzone4141]

Beautiful harmonies 😎

[@sandmonjones8004]

Never gets old.

[@mikewalsh1402]

A beautiful song that takes me back, I will always love it ❤️

[@marydoe4459]

What a bond these four have. And John's smile--so real and from such a deep place.🥀🌻

[@livestreamingcentralcoast8956]

Wow, what talent, a guitar & 4 voices that just melt harmony, beutiful guys and a classic song

[@lisag18]

Wonderful!! They overcame so much in life. They never lost their talent.

[@ConnieWeisman]

Maybe the music was their saving grace.

[@rph69er]

68 tomorrow and puts a mile on my face too!!!

[@barbiemakris8057]

How special all 4 together ❤️ wow 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@stevedoll508]

For heartwarming, wholesome entertainment you can't beat the Cowsills. True talent never gets old, just more mellow.

[@TheLittleOsmondsFan13]

Woow, I loved it, thank you

[@chucknovy7694]

This sounds so amazing👍😊❤️!!!

[@olderendirt]

65 and this song has always made me happy. Glad everyone is still singing. Congratulations, too.

[@TheHuckster100]

I saw them perform in 1970 in San Antonio Texas, went to a meet and greet at a department store and they all signed an album for me. They still sound awesome, thanks for posting this!

[@ConnieWeisman]

I'm 66 ...always loved that song!!!!!

[@RalphOnofrio]

Still great....Have this on a 45.....At 72,these guys always bring a smile to my face.....Great.............Ralph Onofrio

[@TerryM-eu5ou]

Same here..born 1951, I bought this 45 on MGM records, 1967, love the harmony….😍

[@geraldbloom]

Remember them so well. I went to junior college with Billy back in 1967 in Providence. The family was from Newport RI.

[@Paul-lm5gv]

He's no longer playing with the Beach Boys travel group so he was available. Great that they are all back performing together.

[@barbiemakris8057]

Maybe he'll do a few Happy together shows 🎉❤🎉

[@F1478963]

Is John permanently back with the group (now that he's no longer playing the drums for the Beach Boys)?

[@CarenBoBearin]

@F1478963 I'm afraid not. He's enjoying being a free agent after over 20 years of tour buses, airplanes, etc. He and is wife, Vicki Peterson (The Bangles), are performing duets, he does occasional guest spots with the likes of The Smithereens, Peter Noone's Herman's Hermits, etc. He & Vicki are also working on a CD of brothers Billy's & Barry's wonderful original songs.

[@pauletteispassingiton943]

Thank you for posting…Love the Cowsills..especially John

[@jonnybgoode007]

Thanks for this. I was very young when this was on the AM dial and television, around 10-11 years old. I Appreciate it very much.

[@billbright1755]

Susan you’re awesome ❤

[@jeffell]

My wife and I have seen the Cowsills twice, once in NYC, and the other time at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, IA. I hope to see them again.

[@stevenskeens7263]

I have loved that melody for fifty years. Beautiful.

[@stevecastiglione8901]

a lot of nostalgia here...i'm impressed

[@artcflowers]

Suddenly, transported back to first kisses and falling in teenage love. Petting under the bleachers. Cowsills on the system during breaks. Ah, the innocence.

[@LisaC-Wolff]

My husband and I saw them a few years ago on a 60s music tour.... loved them! Their story is amazing. Reminds me of listening to am radio when I was a kid in the 70s driving in the car with my Mom and brother on errands... summertime farm markets, heading to grandparents house.... waiting for Dad to come from work music in the house....love the cowsills!

[@CarenBoBearin]

They are still touring with the Turtles' Happy Together Tour every summer. This summer, it includes The Association, Joey Molland from Badfinger, Jay & The Americans, The Vogues, plus The Cowsills.

[@Insanedoberman]

These guys and gal sound just as good as they did in the 60's. Amazing...and it's one of my favorite songs. Lol I wonder how they got older but I didn't!!! One of the best groups from my youth.

[@pboynton758]

I m sooo glad someone videoed this! Awesome to have John there to add his harmony with Susan ,Paul and Bob. Congratulations on your induction into The California Music Hall of Fame... soo talented! Its about time!

[@sharonstark1014]

This brings back so many good memories! Glad they are still performing, they sound great. 👍