Susan Cowsill River of Love

[@judyraeweissman]

I never thought Bob and Barry looked that much alike until Bob put Barry’s hat on - wow.

[@hollisconant2566]

when will they go into the rock n roll hall of fame

[@beachdiva9586]

Beautiful song and awesome video. Thank you.

[@louisepalanker]

Many thanks!

[@vdavis4785]

I love this song & the "Lighthouse" CD. Thank you for posting this.

[@louisepalanker]

Thank you for watching!

[@BeautifulSpirit-kf5ld]

Whenever I'm having an especially hard time in this life, I ask God , "Please remove anything that binds me, and keep me in a vibration of Love and Gratitude." In that moment, I find myself coming back to the Cowsills . Their music literally kept me alive, at a very young age. Thank you Bob, Paul, John, Sue. Missing you Bill, Rich and Barry ~love and light to you~

[@louisepalanker]

Oh, that is powerful.

[@BeautifulSpirit-kf5ld]

@@louisepalanker My two Cowsills vinyls were my life line, when my parents were divorcing. Sometimes music is much more than a fun listening experience; it's spiritual. xo

[@louisepalanker]

@@BeautifulSpirit-kf5ld Absolutely.

[@BeautifulSpirit-kf5ld]

@@louisepalanker There still isn't the 'definitive' book on the Cowsills ....or maybe there is, and I haven't seen it

[@louisepalanker]

@@BeautifulSpirit-kf5ld No, there is not a book that I am aware of. But it is quite a story!

[@patlarimore6960]

I don't know, mixed emotions here. My heart is warmed by watching the clips of this family of siblings who clearly love each other and survived and endured through what no child should have to endure. My admiration for these people just grows with every interview I see, and every new song I hear. I have yet to see the complete documentary, but the clips I have seen so far says so much about these brothers and sister (how blessed was Susan to have so many amazing brothers who loved and took good care of her?). How sad, though, that three of those brothers are no longer here. In a few videos, It was so sweet to see Richard finally get his proper place in the band. How so, so horrible that Barry and Bill passed passed within just a few months of each other. I was watching an interview with John, and for a moment the grief he still held for Barry surfaced, it broke my heart to see John well up for his brother. Susan, thank you for bringing Paul, Bob, and John together for this tribute to Barry, it was beautiful!

[@pattibrooks1907]

Very awesomely done by Susan ! She sings so very pretty and is a very pretty lady and am only 3 years older than Susan as she was born in 1959 and I was born in 1956 . I subscribe to every channel I can that has Susan and her family in it !

[@louisepalanker]

Awesome!

[@fredandpj]

2 Things about Susan stands out. Her dancing, and her smile. She, and Barry Were dancing Great to Indian Lake on Buddy Epson's show, I would have tried to date her when I was in my mid to late 20's My Dad also abused me, giving us something in Common. God bless you Susan

[@madeleinegeard2734]

Great To Hear The Intro. Beach Boys Sail On Sailor. Love Cowsills.

[@cadillacblue3412]

A truly beautiful Tune

[@sonoranrain2330]

Sadly, this incredibly talented family band never received the wide recognition it deserved during their early years and meteoric rise to fleeting stardom. Written off by many as a "bubblegum group" or "one hit wonder" band, their longevity and talents were not realized by many in mainstream music until years later.They were incredibly gifted 50 years ago as teens and have matured into even more amazing musicians today. What an amazing gene pool they were blessed with!!!! I strongly recommend checking out the video " Family Band:The Cowsills Story" on Amazon Prime Video or you can also buy the DVD. It shows the band's history and how music and love kept them united despite an abusive, alcoholic dad who mismanaged their money and talent (he fired his own son Bill who was the inspiration/mentor of the siblings over smoking pot!!!!) leaving them awash in debt after their subsequent breakup. Check out their other videos on KZbin also as Susan describes how she "co-wrote" a song with her deceased brother Barry ("Round the Bend") who stayed in New Orleans to ride out Katrina only to perish in the flooding. And only one day after finding his body, tragedy struck again as Bill Cowsill died in Canada from medical issues that had been plaguing him for some years. " Besides their incredible musical talents, one thing stands out in the documentary, their music videos and other film footage through the years. These siblings truly loved each other very much growing up and still do to this day. You can see it in their body language, their demeanors and conversations. A great band and truly survivors who have not allowed their past/present hardships stop their love of music and more importantly; their love of each other. God Bless these beautiful souls!!!! Kudos and a huge thank you to Louise Palanker for uploading these videos as well as directing the documentary of this very gifted family band.

[@louisepalanker]

Thank you so much, Sonaran rain. Very well said. The film is called Family Band: The Cowsills Story and you can find a link in the description to this video.

[@sonoranrain2330]

You're welcome! God bless you for directing such a beautiful documentary!

[@robyntattersall236]

Hope to see some new Cowsill shares for 2019.. never tire of listening and would love to see John perform again with them .. we,the fans await!

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

I agree too Robyn. I only became a Cowsills fan maybe 10 yrs ago. They are so talented. At 64, I just love hearing their music, plus any news about the Cowsills. Im about the same age as John and Barry-RIP. Barry born in 1954, myself 1955 and John 1956. The whole Cowsill Family is so talented.

[@Autshot20]

Thank you for posting. I keep discovering songs and videos of the group. They are just great

[@louisepalanker]

Yes, they sure are!

[@beth3175]

I love The Cowsills. Saudades!!! (Brazil)

[@louisepalanker]

And greetings to you, Beth!

[@randyussery1738]

Hi Louise, I really love this song. And I can and will say if I had one, one wish for someone it would be for them to have been able to have their brothers with them much longer. They deserve the very best of everything!

[@louisepalanker]

Yes, they do, Randy.

[@williamnelson727]

Would your brothers and sisters do THIS for YOU? And it's absolutely fantastic! They all make it sound so easy. Of course it's not. They have always worked hard. They're Americans. When times are tough, they ROCK! (thank-you God).

[@vinstyles]

Wow, incredible. Love and kindest from Dublin, Ireland. You guys are so special and wonderful.

[@louisepalanker]

Wow, thank you!

[@hivolella]

What's good lasts forever ... Great Cowsills band

[@TWayneD1020]

Wonderful !! Thank you so much !!!

[@louisepalanker]

You are so welcome.

[@HankFinkle11]

Susan is one of the kindest souls.

[@louisepalanker]

She truly is.

[@rebeccarivera238]

WOW! This chick's got some soulfully strong pipes!!!!! You go, Girl!

[@rhodayackez9570]

Such a talented family. Damn good looking bunch too.

[@louisepalanker]

Yep!

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

Yes, Susan's still cute

[@screamingpirhana]

Great song. Fantastic voice, Susan. You guys are all great and better with age. I applaud you forging ahead in spite of all the losses. I want to see one of your shows.

[@louisepalanker]

You should. Look for the Happy Together Tour.

[@bjdlh01]

Brilliant ending "I'll Be Waiting For You Barry" followed by Susan waiting on the rock by the river.

[@riathekay]

Bob Cowsill is a very good friend of mine. I was with him in Las Vegas last week and we had so much fun. Awesome man and great family!

[@louisepalanker]

Yes!

[@BrianBlack-eg8is]

They seem like good people who lived through a lot.

I remember the first time I seen Susan on TV in 1969 ...I had such a crush, wanted to steal a kiss...All these years later...2020...I still want that kiss. What a talented family,

[@evlew482]

River of Love. Just discovered this great tune. Hope to catch the Cowsills at the French Quarter Fest.

[@arizonastrip73]

I guess I was too busy growing up to pay much attention to the Cowsills but if any group ever deserved a full length film of their lives and careers it is them. They were fantastic. So many premature deaths, so much music. Thanks.

[@janetmavis6796]

Pretty phenomenal

[@deborahbushard6493]

Love Paul's voice, there all so polished always Greatness💟💟💞💕

[@louisepalanker]

Yes. Paul has a most excellent voice!

[@geraldbutler7093]

Raw feelings as only you could know.

[@Yahootie]

What a great song from Barry!

[@louisepalanker]

Isn't it?!

[@rhondabaroli2683]

🧡💜❤️💛

[@NanaHarley1957]

I was like 12 or younger when they came out with their first albums save my little money I got to buy all their albums , even put on layaway to get them had a big crush on Barry and John , and learned to dance from Susan on TV , their music has great memories

[@louisepalanker]

Awe. I love that story.

[@deborahbushard6493]

Truly Touching so sorely missed that Barry Billy ,& Dickie. Love to you Cowsills 💘💟 💝💞💕💓

[@rhondabaroli2683]

Namaste love and light

[@louisepalanker]

Yes.

[@sunshinegirl1967]

Loved this song! Very touching!

[@janetmavis6796]

Susan and her brothers sang this son beautiful for there brother Barry I like his version but, Susan just amazing.

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

And Susan is still very cute and her sister in law Vicki Peterson Cowsill.

[@debradunn3146]

They have a lot of love for each other and that’s wonderful to see. Susan does a great job singing Barry’s song. I love Cowsills and listen to them still very often. I love them all. rIP Bill Barry and Richard and Barbara Cowsill.

[@louisepalanker]

Beautifully said.

[@michaelhayes1340]

A truly wonderful song thank you so much 😁

[@louisepalanker]

You are welcome. Great song!

[@normanduke8855]

Deep, moving lyrics. I suggest you look them up.

[@larrycanale9215]

Wow! I love this-just stumbled upon it. What took me so long? Very powerful, given the backstory. And I dig contributors Jackson Browne, Waddy Wachtel, and Vicki Peterson.

[@louisepalanker]

Thank you so much, Larry!

[@larrycanale9215]

@@louisepalanker Hey, thank you for posting it, Louise. I've always loved a few of the Cowsills' songs, particularly "The Rain, the Park, & Other Things." Of course, who doesn't love that one? I've enjoyed finding live versions now and again on KZbin. On one on playing, "River of Love" showed up in the right rail, so I listened. I tried to download Susan's Lighthouse CD but it's not available at Apple. However, I did get Barry Cowsill's original version. You can always tell music that's written from the heart.

[@WinstonOBoogie_]

Great vocal take from Susan, especially at 5:09.

[@louisepalanker]

It sure is.

[@sonoranrain2330]

Her voice has matured so wonderfully. From a young girl to a grown woman, the richness and depth of her voice is so beautiful.

[@paulagilbreath4896]

Thank you Barry. Love you all

[@geraldbutler7093]

Thank you miss L.

[@jrlaven48]

GREAT FOOTAGE. Thanks for Sharing.

[@ShakepearesDaughter]

You certainly don't know me, although I was born the same year as you. But it's really like getting a letter from a friend, when I see your videos. A most sincere and heartful experience. Thank you.

[@louisepalanker]

I assume you are speaking to Susan, but still, I will say, Thank You!

[@ShakepearesDaughter]

Louise Palanker Oh, yes, I am. Sorry if that was confusing! I thought that if I addressed it directly to her, like, "Hey, Susan..." it might seem overly familiar somehow, like creepy fan stuff. But yes, I did mean Susan.

[@b1aflatoxin]

Amazing song, touching video. Supercool family of musicians. I guess as an artist, Susan should be flattered with all of the copies of this video on KZbin, but I had to try and track down the original so that I could say how much I dig this song. ...I dig this song!!! ;o) Best wishes!!! -b-

[@DonHendricks-ys5bl]

Glad to see that Susan and a couple of her brothers recording together. Great song Barry and Russ. I enjoy Captain Sad and the Ship of Fools best. Probably cause it was my first Cowsills record I bought and did it when I was in Jr. High. I downloaded The Best of the Cowsills using Itunes. Thanks for your videos and keeping us up to date with them.

[@bennyhygum9281]

What a fine song!

[@buddyhoot]

EXCELLENT!!!

[@stynger]

Love this!

[@williamnelson727]

Louise, it comes as no surprise that Jackson Browne would be a longtime friend and fan of the Cowsill family.. Did Susan or her brothers tell you how they met?

[@louisepalanker]

+William Nelson Jackson Browne is a good friend and mentor to Susan.

[@truthseeker3623]

I thought I recognized Waddy Wachtel, but I didn't see Vicki Peterson. Susan is freakin awesome!

[@louisepalanker]

Vicki is in the studio in many of the photographs.

[@bwfi123]

wish they would record more songs.... I think they could go to the true fans that await them in the new country world! Got to admit much better than a Taylor Swift or Amanda Lambert?

[@geraldbutler7093]

You are all loved,loving,and lovable.

[@louisepalanker]

Absolutely.

[@gurubandhukhalsa9193]

This is their best song besides "The Rain, The Park..)

[@froter1]

Guru Bandhu Khalsa I agree

[@johnhiscott-walsh5198]

♥

[@karenryan6654]

Who said "We'll be waiting for you Barry" at the end of the song?

[@louisepalanker]

That's Bob's voice.

[@honeygiuk]

Is there anywhere where we can see the full footage of the C's and Mike's Beach Boys on stage together? :-)

[@louisepalanker]

No. I'm so sorry. I don't have the rights to post that footage.

[@tats5880]

Not unless you pay that piece of shit. Are love!!

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[@geraldboettcher8011]

you go flower girl! love You! hello hello how do you do!

[@sunshinegirl1967]

Was that Jackson Browne playing piano for the first minute before River of Love begins?

[@gurubandhukhalsa9193]

Louise, What is your relation to the Cowsills? Are they your friends, in-laws, business partner or something else? Thanks.

[@louisepalanker]

I made a documentary about The Cowsills and so yes, we are friends and business partners. The link for the film is in the description for this video.

[@music4life829]

Such a waste. Barry seemed like a good soul.