Crosby, Stills & Nash - "Wooden Ships" | 1997 Induction

Crosby, Stills & Nash perform "Wooden Ships" at the 1997 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
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[@davidpaul6615]

Just heard the news - today we have lost David Crosby. One of the best performers / songwriters of all time. Born in 57 it’s hard for me to explain to younger people just what he meant to people of my generation - far more than this wonderful music. RIP David - you will never be forgotten ✌️❤️

[@Insane4Twain]

The news brought me here. I've never seen this video, and now my life is even more enriched. Stills kills with the solos!

[@lylealexson8680]

Born in 58, but way ahead of my time with music. Almost every one of my friends had older brothers who had a rocking starting in 68. 1st concert EL & P in 72. It didn't slow down until 89; We went to everything. Nazareth, Kansas, Pink Floyd, Lynyrd Skynyrd (the original 70's LS), Aerosmith, Roger Waters Solo tours, David Bowie, Frank Zappa, Black Sabbath, Blue Oyster Cult, Ozzie, Thin Lizzie, Rush, Kiss, ZZ Top, Frank Marino, Warren Zevon, Rolling Stones, The Who, Beach Boys, Grateful Dead, Metallica, Judas Priest, Deep Purple, The Cars, Joan Jett, Robin Trower, Johnny Lee Hooker, Roy Buchanan, Bob Weir Solo tours, Alice Cooper, Neil Young, Pat Benatar, Elton John, Head East, The Guess Who, Jefferson Airplane. Canned Heat, heart, and Iron Butterfly to name a few.I never saw these guys - C,S, & N. I regret that. Another regret is I with I saw The Bangles, ABBA, and the Go-Gos.

[@Insane4Twain]

@@lylealexson8680 - Your last sentence is unclear. Are you saying you regret you never saw the Bangles?

[@lylealexson8680]

@@Insane4Twain That's exactly what I was saying. The lineup that included Michael Steele. Also, the Go-Gos and ABBA. We were music snobs, and those bands were viewed as pussy bands for lack of another word.

[@JCFRFutterman]

@@Insane4Twain Stills is the greatest. Freaking brilliant.

[@patdurham839]

I've been amazed by these 3 for more than 50 years. I never get tired of them.

[@FSEVENMAN]

Wow 👏

[@elizeugoncalves1865]

Never get tired of listen to their music , I really understand to the felling of it .

[@Knards]

never let anyone tell you Stills isnt a premier guitarist. CS&N one of the best harmonizing groups in the universe

[@golfhound]

Indeed. I've been following CSNY ever since their Buffalo Springfield days. A great sound/tone Steve is getting out of his telecaster. I would've loved to have seen his rig setup. Stephen Stills is an excellent guitarist, both acoustic and electric. Too bad Neil wasn't part of this gig. Graham and David are excellent rhythm guitarists. All still have great vocals.

[@Knards]

@Timothy Orten Yes

[@thomassicard3733]

The.

[@johnperrott6450]

I’ve never let anyone tell me that, and yes, their harmonies are unique and beautiful.

[@mattb4794]

Wow!

[@weeooh1]

Whenever I hear CSN, I'm magically transported back to the early 70's when they were the music most played by myself and friends in high school at the time.

[@rollydoucet8909]

By your statement, I'd have to say you got to experience the best years of your life starting back to the early '70s The kids today will never know how great it was at one time.

[@ricksegal3065]

Same for me

[@Keyboardman88]

Seeing and hearing this gives me chills. Those were the days that will never return. I'm so happy that i grew up with this music and not the computer corrected, no talent, trash that comes out today.

[@rollydoucet8909]

Those days, were definitely another time in another place, and the people who weren't there will never know what they missed.

[@abw48]

I second that emotion.

[@SakkeKoivula]

word!

[@ellenbaker5100]

Me, too.

[@alainpaum]

This beautiful guitar sound of stephen still is sublime and fantastic so is the group

[@stephengiffith1010]

Stephen is completely a fantastic guitar player singer songwriter from deep down away from laurel Canyon he was the MAJOR strong backbone

[@donwetterer4621]

Man, the back and forth between Stills and Finnigan, with Vitale keeping everything together rhythmically. doesn't get any better than this!

[@EstebonSosa]

Vitale! The heartbeat of CSN for almost 50 years! Also has been Joe Walshs' drummer for over 50 years as well and the Eagles' backup drummer and studio musician too. One of the best in the biz and did it quietly. Met him a couple times, great, nice guy! Gave me an autographed book called Backstage Pass. Incredible stories and behind the scenes info of over 50 years in the business.

[@cherryhughes2141]

One of the Best Bands Ever I’m happy I was there when it was happening we have to preserve this Music it will never be like this again

[@ellenbaker5100]

Well said and I do agree.

[@sangindrummond5865]

Mike Finnigan on the keys, blending with their harmony vocals before pulling out the fireworks.

[@leecheever903]

Man I miss the 70, s .

[@normatible9795]

There must be a third induction for STEPHEN STILLS ! As solo artist. Such a great musician, songwriter, guitarist, singer, multi instrumentalist

[@moonrich3492]

and arranger extraordinaire

[@thomasromano9321]

Also Michael Finnegan on the organ. And that bass player!!!!!!!!

[@normatible9795]

@Timothy Ortenyes. if there is someone to be in clapton’s league, it would be Stephen. As an aside, Greg Rollie was inducted twice too. As member of Santana and of Journey. Talented musicians all

[@quogir1]

for the singing part in the first verse alone, considering his hearing impairment. totally crazy

[@benmeltzer]

I'm a fan, so don't get me wrong, but no. Yes he has other great ones, but the songs on which the the Hall would be basing such an induction are "So Begins The Task" "Do For The Others" "Love The One You're With" "It Doesn't Matter" and "Change Partners" (i.e. not enough to warrant induction). Also, whereas Neil Young had songs all the way through 1992 ("Harvest Moon") on which the Hall based its induction of him, as a solo artist Stephen's window of such songs was brief (1970-72). Given his production on the first CSN album, it's a shame he didn't sober up and-in addition to his other work-become a producer. He would have been a great one.

[@craigamarnick1133]

I can’t believe how good the band and especially Stephen was that night. Just great.

[@alainpaum]

This guitar of Stephen is totally incredible

[@TheJohnOlivarez]

My ! My ! My ! CSN are so good, and Stephen Still is killing it , He is a legend of a guitar player. Enjoy these video's, this is real music no longer being played by groups now day's. We lost David Crosby after I wrote this. RIP

[@Keyboardman88]

Seeing the audience standing give me goose bumps.

[@Frodohotep]

When they’re bad, they’re terrible. But when they’re good, they’re REALLY good. This is great.

[@sstills951]

Truer words have never been spoken.

[@jeffnunnally7225]

No kidding. This is sensational.

[@crashoverride4881]

The memories I have of these guys I will cherish until the day I go. Saw them so many times. RIP David Crosby. always great music 🎶 Born in 1950, remember them in the other band they came from.

[@harrietsand9715]

My God, this is the definition of a band, they don’t get better than this! Artistry at its finest!

[@Peacefullyfree365]

I am always taken aback by how wonderful the guitar playing just captures time.

[@davidhaines6512]

What a performance! There was and will never be anything like these guys!

[@johne1599]

RIP David Crosby and Paul Kantner. Thank you for this great song, gentlemen!

[@johncopeland3826]

Even the way Stephen Stills holds the plectrum is so super cool and efficient .....

[@ervinthompson6598]

Tele, Firebird , Explorer, White Falcon - doesn’t matter , Stills is INCREDIBLE.

[@John-ld3cm]

Not a Tele, Broadcaster// Nocaster

[@RubyBandUSA]

Bye David. You were rambunctious, but we all were. You were our voice for so many years.

[@kelvinp7899]

This is beyond good,

[@toninhopavan2]

Rest in peace Crosby. You will be missed

[@harryking917]

Rock On David like the song goes if there's a rock and roll Heaven they got a hell of a band thank you for all the years of great music

[@stevekelly3138]

Besides the Fab 3's work - Mr Finnigan really knows how to rub the ivories.

[@golfhound]

The rhythm section were playing their butts off too.

[@genxrev]

I didn’t see anyone else point this outs but the unknown bass player is killing it too!

[@Insane4Twain]

The keyboard player was no slouch. Nor the drummer. Wasn't the bass player on the album?

[@julie9785]

Me too !! Who is this fella ?

[@mburns43]

@@julie9785 I believe he is Greg Reeves and played on all CSN and CSN&Y albums

[@Scottdrums]

And Mike Finnegan on Keyboards.

[@5756strat]

No Greg Reeves only played on De Ja Vu. I think the bass player is most likely to be George 'Choc ' Perry, possibly Calvin Samuels. Keyboards is Mike Finnegan and I believe the drummer is Jo Vitale.

[@calravens8707]

R.I.P David Crosby. What an incredible performance of CSN and the Band.

[@JCFRFutterman]

Oh my god. I'm watching with tears in my eyes knowing Croz has passed and we will never get to see them together again. So blessed that I saw CSN 4 times...Crosby & Nash once, Manassas (Stills), Stills with a band and in 2016 David Crosby...just Croz and guitar in a solo show. He sounded like he was in his 30s. What a gift it was for all of us to be present in their presence.

[@Astburysring]

Holy cow, yet another incredible version. They could and should release an album of the many live versions of this song. Stills a master, love it when he rocks out.

[@arneemilbredland2339]

Heard them in Oslo a few years back and David Crosby with band in Trondheim 3 years ago. Brilliant. The best music is already made and recorded.

[@nickyhurle4682]

Oh Croz you will be so missed, but we of this generation were so lucky to see you in concert and listen to these wonderful vocals. Thank you

[@Chargerfanclub]

Amen Nicky, Amen!

[@LarsDcCase]

Great song from way back in years going back to Yasger's farm. where the concert took place. 😀 Rest in peace David.

[@paulmanners1364]

Amazing

[@terrynichols7199]

Legends in my book, harmony unequaled,

[@joeyg7458]

I was 10 yrs old in 1978 heard these guys on tape and have been a fan ever since…I have every record every cd ever released

[@maguro008]

As if there ever was any doubt about the extraordinary talent of Stills, Crosby and Dallas…

[@davidrobinson4486]

They had so many great songs, no one else can even compare to them!

[@davidrobinson4486]

Who's Dallas??

[@davidrobinson4486]

I meant C.S.N......

[@labluvver]

exactly - Nash is annoying

[@andyrichner]

Dallas Taylor...great 1st drummer for CSN, sadly passed away to early.

[@namerican8510]

Awesome group, great music. RIP Mr. Crosby

[@JeffCogswell]

Stephen Stills stole the show... and deserved it!

[@sunnysideamps]

powerful performance, gives me the chills!

[@MrDallman]

Perfection....not sure we will ever see the likes of these legends again. Mr Stills tone is off the scale…what a guitarist . George Chocolate Perry killing it on the bass. Mike Finigan on the keys.

[@emiliomiguens5097]

It´s not George Chocolate Perry it´s Gerald Johnston (He´s lefty, George it´s right handed)

[@MrDallman]

I stand corrected...really thought it was George ...great playing anyway.

[@lastnamefirst4035]

Stevie? Never heard anyone call Stills Stevie

[@Larrymh07]

I've always like Michael Finnegan's playing, though I've heard he's a bit difficult. I think he has since kicked the bucket.

[@Soulshouter81]

@@Larrymh07 😂 I’d love to hear what reliable source this came from.

[@korbheat]

Their voices always harmonize perfectly. 👌

[@kensellers4082]

When I saw C,S & N perform this song in 1977, they had timbales accompanying the drums and it sounded great along with Stephen Stills’ superb guitar playing.

[@MrKewlplayer]

Just like a fine wine..they just keep getting better with time.

[@lastnamefirst4035]

RIP Croz Thanks for years of great music!

[@UFOandAlienChannel]

This is sooo friggin great!

[@abw48]

Once upon a time when they were all good buddies... days gone by.. bye...

[@RobTackettCovers]

OK, in 1967, I was 6 years old on my own in California....HAHAHAHA! Of course I wasn't on my own, but I was 6 years old living on 866 Lewis Street in Pamona California, and there was this house behind our house where a young man who played guitar, who was a big fan of current guitarists of that time, and one of them was Stephen Stills...he would also point out Stephen's ability of not only his electric guitar soloing capability, but his acoustic guitar work in Blue Bird, and how the radio would sometimes leave off the banjo verse at the end...the gist I got from that as a 6 year old child, but didn't know how to put it into words at that time, was that Stephan Stills would stretch out to use different instrumentation that would take the song through the turns and directions he wanted it to go...the young man's (gosh, he probably was just a teenage boy, really, but I was 6, so...) name is/ was John...so John, if you are still out there, thanks man...and thanks for sharing your talent with us, Stephan Stills...all four of you, David Crosby., Stephan Stills., Graham Nash., and Neil Young....you guys should put it behind and give it one more go if you physically can...it would the '60's thing to do...haha! But if you can't, I kinda get it; It's like a failed marraige...and when I see a couple break up, I'm like, "Well, I really love both of those people, but I've never had to live with either one of them, so..."

[@sforangeband]

Been back listening to streaming station which plays a lot of great music from the 70’s. Again, great music but I did not realize CSN stands head & shoulders above everyone else.

[@superssport]

Best version ever.

[@Rubberducky365]

This is one of the most majestic songs I've ever heard in my life. It is full of energy and power and a vibe that I can't avoid. Even if I didn't know what it was about the song is an entrancing song. But I do and it has twice the power. Thor

[@doreenmorrison9407]

AWESOME, thank God saw them a couple of times!!

[@mitchfelding2661]

Amazing, amazing, amazing. Just two more words; Steven Stills.

[@robfredhjr]

Wow awesome version of this great tune!!!

[@GenXstacker]

Love the dude gettin down on the bass :D

[@sketchyold]

My favorite CSN song.

[@toddjohnson271]

Stephen Stills is SOOOO UNAPPRECIATED...Truly

[@doreenmorrison9407]

Yup saw them twice , love them, once w Young

[@MrBACKFENCE]

Some great comments on this Super Group, born in 55, I can definitely relate...My favorite of all time...RIP David and keep making music Graham. Not sure how Steven is these days...hope he's doing OK...

[@waynecolodny2751]

Rest in leave David! Loved ya man.

[@katiestaff]

Look at what the youth of today missed out on

[@golfhound]

I remember in the early 70's how they filled stadiums with their concerts. Truly a national treasure.

[@golfhound]

@Othowd Music their early stuff, especially their first album is classic. In case you want to hear them jamming, give 4 Way Street a good listen. A really good stereo and headphones are a must for the electric half. No iPod, smartphone, etc. A good stereo is an absolute must to pick up the subtleties of their guitar work. Stills and Young really shine.

[@gogoyubari366]

I don't think the youth of today really cares.

[@fredkeele6578]

Awesome instrumentals, crazy original lyrics and clarity.

[@albertoortega2467]

Tanto.....gracias ...🎸🔥🎹🎼☮️..CSN....tremendos ....tengo 60 ...y los sigo escuchando ....tremendos músicos.....De Argentina 🇦🇷✊☮️🎼🎸🔥2021

[@jackstraw9244]

Best version ever !

[@carolkelly1324]

Not really (good!! of course) but...heard them live at Esalen...AMAZING...

[@michaelscanlon7314]

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Stills a genius!

[@MrJaykay64]

Amazing!

[@stephank.8453]

Great performance of an excellent song!

[@chrisgodlaproductions3106]

Lol @5:15 it's like holy shit Nash is taking a solo then it zooms back and you realize it's Stephen. Lol

[@philbarrows424]

These three , Magic every time🤩🤩🤩🎶🎶🎶🎸🎸🎸

[@alainpaum]

Yes probably one of the best i love GSN&Y they are totaly unique !

[@Rubberducky365]

Welcome back David and when it's sun and what are two and everybody has about is this is incredible everybody loves him it's amazing before it gives me shivers and my hair goes straight upon my back still it was is magical and I see why everybody loves it and including them Stills

[@user-oe9lx9qq2n]

That little tempo lift at 2:40 is one of my favourite switches in music.

[@kerrykitterman4602]

One of my favorite ❤ .CSN .SONGS To call it a Hit. Would Be An understatement 😅. This is my favorite performance of Wooden Ships. 😊 simply The Best. Today I've listened and sung this song All. Day. 😢🙂✌️💔

[@shannahuffman4655]

Outstanding

[@davidrobinson4486]

There is nothing like Stephen Stills on that Fender telecaster guitar, and his voice, My Lord, they gave us some of the best music that will ever be known to man! Stephen was the backbone of this band, I am 66 and only realizing this now. He is the oldest by far. 6 or 7 years,. And sadly likely the first of them we will loose to old age, Hope it not to be true!!!! I pray we will have all of them with us for years to come! They did music like no other band, and will never be replaced by any other musicians.

[@eecortese]

Crosby is the oldest (b. 1941- d. today, 1/19/2023, age 81). RIP

[@saraschulman9032]

Actually Stills is the youngest.

[@davidrobinson4486]

@@saraschulman9032 I think you are wrong. I will research it and get back to you!

[@davidrobinson4486]

You are right! I thought he was the oldest. I am wrong!

[@jeffrobodine1850]

Wow what a great guitarist and singer songwriter csn is bad ass band 💯💯

[@gabetedino2879]

Great stuff right there

[@gregraymond3172]

just great

[@patrickbryant5224]

A virtuoso performance by the three gentlemen with a killer backing band.

[@alenelevin1757]

So freaking good.

[@davidrobinson4486]

This IS THE BEST!!!

[@raybrown8887]

that was a truly remarkable performance

[@thomassicard3733]

Awesome.

[@Scottdrums]

What a jam.

[@carlosteixeira9548]

ESPETACULAR ! Saudades !!!

[@bobmctague7104]

He must have gone thru many hard times. So good.

[@antonioedgarhanccochoque6655]

What a great version !!!! lack N. Young

[@billalbritton4972]

Pre N.

[@birchply023]

Bass player bombing it god this is jam . Good god.

[@EstebonSosa]

Joe Vitale! Fantastic, multi instrument musician/drummer, one of the best in the business! Started with Ted Nugent, has played for Jackson Brown, Peter Frampton, the Eagles, CSN and Young for almost 50 years, was and still is Joe Walsh's drummer for over 50 years! Also played with Dan Fogelberg, John Entwistle, and has been on thousands of studio tracks and albums and has played for just about anybody! Fantastic drummer and great human being, thanks for the autographed book Joe, awesome book as well!

[@Paul-ks6re]

THAT'S RIGHT, ONE of the best to do it and still going strong with Joe Walsh!

[@c.poonoosamy5181]

Magnifique intemporel depuis Woodstock à nos jours merci CSN

[@paulasalega1051]

GENIOS....👏👏👏

[@Rubberducky365]

We roll our eyes and can't believe how people feel about it no. This is one of my favorite songs if it's about my grandson and his work was the I can't believe it. He's doing it it's amazing is a tough crowd will have a lot of problems with them and we're getting rolled over they're using their roughness against us and wow what a thing and I can do to it says and then you have to bare and clench your teeth. I've been there I know what he means what a great boy he is turning out to beThrym

[@davidsmith385]

Would have loved to see these Gentlemen in concert.

[@twisantigo]

REAL MUSIC!

[@petersonlafollette3521]

Modern musical culture, let alone counter culture, would be much lessor without CS&N compositions like this...

[@twisantigo]

@@petersonlafollette3521 Modern musical culture sucks.

[@jilldavis3342]

CSN is the greatest group ever,,,

[@petrisz]

Legendary

[@tomkillip9912]

What it is about this haunting song that hurls me back to those early 70's days of my youth and epitomises to me the late 60's West coast-Bay Area sound of a generation?

[@claudiocisco1]

Csn MOSTRI SACRI DELLA MUSICA CON WOODEN SHIP SCRITTA NEL 1969 .......FANTASTISCA ....

[@albertoortega2467]

🙏....tremendos .....