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

[@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.

[@MaxyBoy-x9u]

@@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 .

[@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

[@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!

[@dannyguillory8941]

The notes on those guitars say everything: the pain, joy, longing and so much more about what a human life is about! Thank you for sharing, and C,S, & N made this world a better place!

[@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.

[@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

[@johne1599]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@RubyBandUSA]

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

[@MaxyBoy-x9u]

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.

[@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.

[@Keyboardman88]

Seeing the audience standing give me goose bumps.

[@Peacefullyfree365]

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

[@craigamarnick1133]

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

[@FSEVENMAN]

Not just especially that night Steven is easily one of the best ever. Just as this band is easily one of the best ever hands down

[@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

[@davidhaines6512]

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

[@Blue-Red-Blue]

George "Chocolate" Perry on bass, Michael Finnegan on keyboards and Joe Vitale on drums - legends in their own right.

[@Paul-ks6re]

That's Gerald johnson.

[@seanrice224]

Thanks I was just listening and enjoying them..thinking I need to research them! Thank you.

[@craigenger2782]

...Stephen Stills = underrated Guitar God, Acoustic & Electric. Clapton, Hendrix, and Page have ALL played on his Albums. They knew he's one of the Best... + Songwriter. His catalog is Incredible: Springfield, CSN, CSNY, Manassas, Solo Albums, and more

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@sangindrummond5865]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@leecheever903]

Man I miss the 70, s .

[@danthemeatman9883]

Yeah , 1975 ! 🙏😊♥️🐟🎣🍺🥩

[@thomassicard3733]

I am in this camp.

[@terrynichols7199]

Legends in my book, harmony unequaled,

[@kelvinp7899]

This is beyond good,

[@calravens8707]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@namerican8510]

Awesome group, great music. RIP Mr. Crosby

[@lastnamefirst4035]

RIP Croz Thanks for years of great music!

[@toninhopavan2]

Rest in peace Crosby. You will be missed

[@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.

[@harrietsand9715]

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

[@johncopeland3826]

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

[@alainpaum]

This guitar of Stephen is totally incredible

[@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

[@ttocs68]

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.

[@sunnysideamps]

powerful performance, gives me the chills!

[@paulstephenson5913]

Great musicians playing great 👍 music. Rip DC. May their music live forever

[@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

[@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...

[@ervinthompson6598]

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

[@John-ld3cm]

Not a Tele, Broadcaster// Nocaster

[@korbheat]

Their voices always harmonize perfectly. 👌

[@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

[@MrKewlplayer]

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

[@jrjubach]

They did an incredible job!

[@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.

[@robfredhjr]

Wow awesome version of this great tune!!!

[@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.

[@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

[@LarsDcCase]

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

[@doreenmorrison9407]

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

[@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!

[@tammylewis2408]

@@davidrobinson4486 Stephen Stills is the youngest of the trio. Stills was born on January 3, 1945, which makes him 79 years old, he will turn 80 on January 3, 2025. Graham Nash was born on February 2, 1942; 82 years old in 2024 David Crosby was born on August 14, 1941; died January 19, 2023, age 81.

[@UFOandAlienChannel]

This is sooo friggin great!

[@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.

[@paulmanners1364]

Amazing

[@albertoortega2467]

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

[@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

[@stephank.8453]

Great performance of an excellent song!

[@doreenmorrison9407]

Yup saw them twice , love them, once w Young

[@JeffCogswell]

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

[@mitchfelding2661]

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

[@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. 😢🙂✌️💔

[@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

[@toddjohnson271]

Stephen Stills is SOOOO UNAPPRECIATED...Truly

[@GenXstacker]

Love the dude gettin down on the bass :D

[@jeffrobodine1850]

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

[@billperspic2479]

Stills do amazingly awesome

[@patrickbryant5224]

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

[@superssport]

Best version ever.

[@alainpaum]

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

[@philbarrows424]

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

[@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..."

[@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?

[@karenlanfranca1947]

Best harmony ever.

[@jackstraw9244]

Best version ever !

[@carolkelly1324]

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

[@TheJohnOlivarez]

I've been watching this again and again and again, I never tire of it. My only regret is I never seen them live. CSN played Red Rocks in the past but in my thinking they'll come another day or time. By the way the organ player, does anyone know who he is ? He's tearing it up, the organ about to catch fire. A reminder, go see the legends of music, they are not here forever. Peace and Praise Jesus

[@donwetterer4621]

Mike Finnigan on the Hammond B3... the man could make that thing literally speak! RIP Mike...

[@TheJohnOlivarez]

Thank you for the info. @@donwetterer4621

[@c.poonoosamy5181]

Magnifique intemporel depuis Woodstock à nos jours merci CSN

[@sketchyold]

My favorite CSN song.

[@raybrown8887]

that was a truly remarkable performance

[@waynecolodny2751]

Rest in leave David! Loved ya man.

[@claudiocisco1]

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

[@davidsmith385]

Would have loved to see these Gentlemen in concert.

[@antonioedgarhanccochoque6655]

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

[@billalbritton4972]

Pre N.

[@gregraymond3172]

just great

[@Rubberducky365]

There's no way to describe it the intensity the power of it the beauty and then you find out what it's about and it really is a and how it wants to conquer things they might harm it. Nuada Arrianna

[@davidrobinson4486]

This IS THE BEST!!!

[@shannahuffman4655]

Outstanding

[@MrJaykay64]

Amazing!

[@michaelscanlon7314]

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

[@gabetedino2879]

Great stuff right there

[@davidrobinson4486]

As you watch this, think about how this is from 1977. My Lord, we were all so young then! I was only 22, 66 now! Still think this and their music was the best music ever produced!

[@shirleydillard7127]

Beautiful. Wooden Ships is on 1st album friend.

[@davidrobinson4486]

@@shirleydillard7127 I guess I never had their first album! Most of the others though. Or maybe I was just referring to when this was recorded... LOL

[@chrisgodlaproductions3106]

1969

[@abw48]

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

[@thomassicard3733]

Awesome.

[@alenelevin1757]

So freaking good.

[@bobmctague7104]

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

[@Rubberducky365]

I've never been so high on a song in my life it is such an awesome sound and I liked it before but boy this is intense we're right up front doing any ships are depressing everyone has something from out of the past that just grabs you and ripped you into a different zone it's a land of never never Land it's amazing Preston