CALIFONIA DREAMING BY THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS ~ Retrospective

[@kimr3729]

Aww another blast from the past! Mama Cass had such a lovely rich voice - and their harmonies are fabulous! Loved it!

[@playitagainsue]

@@kimr3729 You are so right, Kim. They are so good with such great harmonies 🤩💗

[@morganlankford8019]

Sue, Once again, a great choice of songs. I absolutely love your happy reaction to every song that you put on your channel. I’m a bit surprised that you don’t listen to the mamas and Papas more often but you’ve got a lot of material to cover. John Phillips, Denny Doherty, Michelle Phillips, and Cass Elliot were phenomenal with their harmonies although they only existed as a group for three short years in the late 60s. Also, very interesting that you mentioned Barry McGuire. If you listen to the song Creeque Alley by the mamas and Papas, they name check numerous people in that song, including Barry McGuire, Roger McGuinn and some members of the Turtles.Keep up the good work and I’ll keep watching. Morgan

[@playitagainsue]

@morganlankford8019 Hi Morgan thanks so very much. You are so right about their harmonies...absolutely stellar. I know Creeque Alley. I like that song. I will listen for all the names 🥰

[@chriscaspian2280]

Such great harmonies great choice

[@playitagainsue]

@@chriscaspian2280 You are so right, Chris...harmonies are so tight and beautiful 🥰

[@carlanderson7618]

Thanks Sue, perfect time of year for that song.

[@playitagainsue]

@carlanderson7618 you are most welcome, Carl. It is such a great song and does resonate at this time a year 🥰

[@IAMisLove]

👍Old School Classic Awesomeness😊. 🖖❤

[@playitagainsue]

@@IAMisLove 🥰🧡

[@RobertHoward-d8g]

Ah... Y'know you're always going to get me when you post stuff from THAT era. Many thanks, hon.

[@playitagainsue]

@@RobertHoward-d8g My absolute pleasure, Robert. They are incredible 🥰💗

[@jessem470]

Fantastic Song The music is exactly same as the Barry McGuire version Meaning they reused the same recording but added a flute solo The music is played by the Wrecking Crew It was written by John and Michelle during winter in NYC and missing the warmth of California. The Church mentioned is the Old St Patricks Cathedral in NYC soho area . They popped in to get out of the cold Love Mama’s and Papa’s I love there version of Dedicated to the One I Love Other favorites Go where you wanna go or Monday Monday Other 60s band worth checking out for harmonies The Association The Vogues The Vogues : 5 O Clock World and Magic Town are superb songs worth checking out As a matter of fact I’m going to listen to them right now Not only are your selections fantastic but they usually set me on a tangent that last , well 24 hours ! Chelsea will find Vougue interesting I think they were in Glee Club together and took it to next level Nice choice today

[@playitagainsue]

@jessem470 Hi Jesse thanks a bunch. I haven't heard of the Vogues so that will be something fun to check out. That us fascinating that they used the same music. I had no idea about that. I do like the M&P...great sound. I am so glad I inspire you to go on musical tangents...that really means a lot to me and love the joy you have for music 😍💙

[@RonnieMcNairney]

Hi Sue, Michelle Philips was actually in an episode of Star Trek, The Next Generation. Fantastic Song 🎵 Ronnie SCOTLAND 😊

[@playitagainsue]

@RonnieMcNairney Was she! That is a cool fun fact. I used to watch that show but I haven't seen that episode. 🤩💙

[@JeromeDukes]

The California sound of the 60's, classic tune full of nostalgia. I wouldn't be surprised if the band were a direct influence on the creation of the band ABBA. Years ago I watched a documentary on Netflix called "The Wrecking Crew" They were the session musicians that were in many cases the actual band you hear on many recordings. The were a big part of that California sound. I pretty sure they are the band playing on California Dreaming. Other bands like The Beach Boys and The Monkeys, they are the musicians on many of their early recordings.

[@playitagainsue]

@@JeromeDukes Hey Jason, that sounds like an interesting documentary. I will have to check it out. Great point about groups like Abba. You could be right on that one 🤩💙

[@JeromeDukes]

@@playitagainsue Great documentary Sue, very informative.

[@RonnieMcNairney]

Hey Sue, Try listening to The Small Faces... 60s Band. Itchycoo Park is good.. Or, Lazy Sunday. Or, Sha la la la Lee. Thanks 😊 Ronnie SCOTLAND

[@playitagainsue]

@RonnieMcNairney Hey Ronnie, I know that one and like it a lot. I haven't heard it fir a while so I will give it a listen tonight 🤩

[@sall3n879]

Good Moaning Great album covers u have in the background how often do you change them if y don't y not

[@playitagainsue]

@@sall3n879 Hi ya, I just jeep them the same