The Cowsills, featuring Barry Cowsill - Going Home

[@RagaBopHepCat]

Barry was such a CHARACTER, a great SouL, and musician! (God truly broke the mold, when he made Barry!) We miss him in NOLA, but we're thankful that we knew him.

[@louisepalanker]

He was the most remarkably unique and talented person.

[@nicholasmelfi4684]

I was lucky to have Barry as a room mate back in the early 80's when he landed in Stuart Fl. What a talented and wonderful person. Never a dull moment. He added lots of memories to my brain. RIP Buddy!

[@louisepalanker]

Oh, wow. I bet you've got plenty of stories!

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

Thats a cool story. Barry and I were about the same age. Miss him, and the 60s and 70s

[@BeautifulSpirit-kf5ld]

Barry had a blog called Mythopoeia back in the late 90s. it was really funny and poignant . he had some great stories to tell

[@michaeldundee8300]

I was in Stuart FL back then.

[@nicholasmelfi4684]

@@michaeldundee8300 He was a nutcase,but a fun one! Have some pictures if anyone is interested

[@middleagelimbo3630]

The loss of Barry was a loss for all of us. There was never a more genuine article than the Cowsills and their talent was remarkable. They remain very relavant to this day and I'm thankful the surviving family members continue to perform. There will never be another group like them.

[@louisepalanker]

Agreed!

[@donnapoppewagner2332]

I wholeheartedly agree with you

[@Joanne-i7q]

I agree, they were musical healers. I dug my way out of grief , thru learning their songs .

[@loritucker6708]

Wow its been almost 16 years since the world lost this guy..rip

[@Ron-Usmc-Vietnam]

Is there anyone in this world who misses Barry more than Susan does?

[@louisepalanker]

Good question.

[@julioaranton461]

Namaste Mr. Barry Cousill, thank you for the music & wonderful memories; be with your loved ones forever... R . I. P.♡

[@DefMode66]

I seen the Family Band documentary and it's just baffling how Bud Cowsill just couldn't let his sons take this band and run with it. Their talent was immense and what a different story they could have written in music history. They deserved so much more. Great to see Barry playing and having just a great time. RIP Barry!

[@EmpressOfWyoming58]

DefMode66 Susan is phenomenally talented as well. Look for her doing her song Light House.

[@teksal13]

I have all the Cowsills work on Spotify. Lighthouse is beautiful!

[@irishpogi]

They would have been in a much better financial position too. Word has it that dear old dad squandered the money earned by his kids leaving them in financial ruins

[@marlatimmerman337]

Agreed. Love you Barry! Love the Cowsills! My first record I ever bought. Found 5 dollars at the skating rink and being an 11 year old girl with a big crush on Barry( I liked John too but my best friend Susan DelVecchio had dibs) went and bought the Cowsills album. Love that album.

[@IMCcanTWEESTED]

And I whole heartedly agree with Bill that the NBC Special-"The Cowsills: A Family Thing." was the biggest piece of 💩they were ever associated with. Total cringe cornball schmaltz.

[@Dancr4ever]

This video gives a GREAT view of Barry, his sense of humor, his love for his family and his music. I'll miss him, his music, and mostly his friendship forever.

[@poemsarus]

I hope Barry & Billy are 2gether and at peace ...jamming with other musicians to the great gig in the sky!!!!

[@nechieyaya6025]

I watch this over and over…it just makes me happy. As for the few negative comments, well, everyone has a right to an opinion, but this really does NOT suck. As for them acting "childish" in the beginning, hey, here's a bunch of brothers and their sister getting together (they were living in different areas of he country) and having a good time. I have been fortunate enough to see them perform locally a couple of times, and Paul is a total clown. They have had their share of heartache and tragedy, so what's wrong with just having fun and enjoying themselves?! I love this video. The Cowsills were and continue to be under recognized for their talent. Thanks again, Louise, for your work and integrity, and for sharing this with the rest of us Cowsill fans!

[@vickipetrotta8167]

I love their humor

[@marlatimmerman337]

So agree, this puts me in my happy place! Barry was my first crush. The Cowsill are an amazing family of talented kids.

[@Navigatorbythestars]

Where did the rodeo song come from? A tv show? I love this whole video and in the beginning that song made me smile! I just purchased this song “ going home” From ITunes. Great song , great vocals!

[@geerterri]

@@marlatimmerman337 Mine was Bill.

[@maloneybree]

I had the biggest crushes on Barry and John! OMG! I didn't care about the Beatles - it was the Cowsills for me!

[@louisepalanker]

Same. Although, The Beatles are still brilliant to me!

[@Davenemetzmusic]

16 years late to the party, but after seeing and hearing this tune, I’m going to learn how to play it - it rocks! Thanks, Louise!

[@louisepalanker]

Awesome!

[@normankennith7919]

i'm also late to the party! i kinda lost touch with the cowsills in the late 60's but i'm playing catch up right now! my daughter bought me the cowsills new album, 'rhythm of the world' for my birthday today!!! i'm from london, btw!!!

[@geraldbutler2724]

I was blessed to meet Barry when he was 15. He was difficult to say the least. I knew that he was destined for Greatness! The dude knew what music is!!!!!!!!!

[@louisepalanker]

Absolutely.

[@tedporciuncula3385]

so underrated..

[@michaelpileggi1271]

There's a story behind every song. This family has gone through so much. Music makes us all survivors. The Cowsills are living proof. Peace and love.

[@louisepalanker]

Fine words.

[@brentarnold2937]

Just thinking of the albums he could have recorded had he still been with us. A truly under-recognized dynamo. RIP, Barry.

[@louisepalanker]

Yes, indeed.

[@Deer548]

What an awesome voice!! I’ve been watching Cowsill videos, documentaries, etc.. what a fascinating group of siblings. Barry was obviously an incredible talent. Amazing seeing all the siblings together and happy here! Love the beginning when they’re seeing the roundup song and ADORE the song going home. Better than anything on the radio today. That’s for sure. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@louisepalanker]

Yes!

[@debradunn109]

I will always love Barry Cowsill because he’s so handsome talented and a great sense of humor like his siblings. I just can’t get enough of this family. RIP Barry I love and miss you.

[@louisepalanker]

Since Billy checked out so soon after Barry, we believe they are together. II X II.

[@barryscorse4230]

Great band period

[@robinstelmach4104]

weesie i love that video , its so very barry

[@louisepalanker]

@@robinstelmach4104 Very Barry!

[@615al4]

I have a feeling that Barry was a big part of the family. Maybe a peace maker in the family. I just bet he is missed very much still. Seemed like a fun and great guy to be around. Love Susan's song Round the Bend.

[@louisepalanker]

@@615al4 He was a completely unique and delightful person but the peacekeeper title would more likely go to Bob, Paul or Susan.

[@robertkf1]

I seem to be getting a new appreciation for a band I ignored back in the day. Different world, different time.

[@louisepalanker]

Such is life. : )

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

Same here. My sister loved the Cowsills, myself back then I was a CCR, Doors, Zeppelin fan. But now I can never get enough of The Cowsills, so much talent in one family. They were great back then and still today.

[@brentarnold2937]

It's kind of spine-chilling watching Barry walk off and fade within the light. One of music's great legends. I regret that I never got to watch him perform.

[@louisepalanker]

He was a wonder.

[@jondoe6273]

That was really good, never heard this before. Some record company didn't market them right, they're really talented.

[@donnarupert4926]

@JON DOE.... You’re right Jon!! That’s such an awesome 😎 song!! I just love it🙋🏽‍♀️💕

[@commercialzone4141]

It’s heartbreaking to see Barry so full of life and energy here. Barry’s death was such a tragedy. Sadly almost 20 years later, people still refuse to evacuate when Cat 4 and 5 storms approach and sometimes tragically pay with their lives.

[@tesstan1]

I'm 60 years old which means I remember when they were first around. It also means I've loved them all of these years. These newer videos you're sharing with us (thank you for this) shows them singing, laughing, ENJOYING... I don't know if they were. I hope so. If any family deserved to be happy it would be the Cowsills!!! If they were reading this... just know... you have fans "FRIENDS, FAMILY" that you've never met :)

[@louisepalanker]

You may enjoy the documentary, Family Band: The Cowsills Story, available on Amazon.

[@tesstan1]

Louise Palanker I think I've seen it but I go through Cowsill times and watch and rewatch and try to find new things. Thank you for telling me about it. I watch them lots.

[@louisepalanker]

tesstan1 Excellent! : )

[@mitchellbellardini7360]

tesstan1 they are all so lovable besides being immensely talented. If they didn’t have such a controlling a- hole father they could have been much more. They got screwed and so did we. At least we have them here on You Tube!

[@marlatimmerman337]

I loved the Cowsills . In 1968 Or 69 I found 5 $ at the skating rink.. I went and bought the Cowsills album. I loved Barry and my skating teachers daughter loved John. So love their music to this day. My husband never heard their music, but now is a great fan. He said he never seen a more talented group of kids in his life . By the way Barry was my first crush and my skating coaches daughter (Susan Del Vecchio) loved John. We wore that album out.

[@erichansen3641]

And going home he did. Great performance by Barry Cowsill.

[@lizadivine3785]

God love and keep Barry

[@normankennith7919]

them thar cowsills sure were/are a good ol' rock 'n roll band!!!

[@louisepalanker]

Oh, yeah.

[@normankennith7919]

@@louisepalanker thank you! my daughter bought me the cowsills new album for my 77th birthday today! i'm a londoner, btw & i was a big music fan in the 60's; like a lot of people in england at the time, i was unaware of how talented they really were! i was a dj quite late in life - during the 70's i played a lot of punk music & then progressed to heavy metal in the early 80's!! however, i like all kinds of music from doris day to acdc, dire straits to miley cyrus & the sex pistols to brilliant, young opera singer, patricia janeckova, who sadly, is being treated for breast cancer!!! thanks again for your acknowledgement!!!

[@louisepalanker]

@@normankennith7919 Wow, you have impressively eclectic taste in music!

[@normankennith7919]

@@louisepalanker thank you, louise! that's the advantage of being 'old'!!! right now, i'm playing the seekers, miley cyrus, the cowsills & patricia janeckova, every day! although i prefer rock & metal music, i can appreciate any singer/group, be it sinatra, eva cassidy, aerosmith or the corrs!!! that is the advantage of being a dj who played rock gigs, soul gigs, weddings & kids parties! however, i played for them, not myself! if i had been a radio dj, i would have been more self indulgent but hoped my choices of music would educate people!!! have a nice day!!!

[@normankennith7919]

@@louisepalanker ps, i still think the cowsills should seriously consider playing glastonbury, especially if you look at the names who have played there, ie, bassey, bennett, parton, diamond & mccartney! none of them exactly spring chickens!!!

[@greg91040]

I had the pleasure of hanging with Barry in the late seventies. He was amazing in and out of the studio. What a talent. Miss him dearly!!

[@rodwelles5110]

Barry was such a great talent as well as his siblings…… Got a chance to work with him briefly during the Genesis sessions in Portsmouth NH… along with Peter Giftos, Steve Doorr. A time I will always have great memories of. rip Barry…. We’ll all miss you so…

[@louisepalanker]

Oh, that's wonderful.

[@demonhoopa]

Wow, fantastic.

[@denisehitchens1418]

This is cool music. So sad that he lost his life in Katrina floods. With managing to get to warehouse but there was looting and shooting. I hope he was not wounded before the flood. It must of been sudden rush of water. A waste of life taken. I am glad the family get togethers are fun and include the little kids too. They seem to be good parents. I feel Billy , Barry and Richard are putting on a couple of floor shows in heaven.

[@louisepalanker]

I am certain you are right!

[@vickipetrotta8167]

I love how they love the music, it's like part of their whole spirit

[@carlytagen-dye6339]

I miss Barry. Getting to know you, Weezy, and the Cowsills has been a really great experience. Even though I never met him, Barry will always have a special place in my heart.

[@louisepalanker]

Carly Tagen-Dye Barry is a unique soul. He would love you.

[@Joanne-i7q]

Just thinking of Barry today , as i heard "we can fly "blasting from someone's car radio -- and the harmony line "dreaming today", sung by Barry ... What a voice on that guy . What a pure soul he had. With any kind of decent mgmt , he would have been a superstar for life. But he still is, in spirit. Barry and Billy, so much talent, and so greatly missed .

[@louisepalanker]

Absolutely.

[@barbaralynch3015]

Such an amazingly talented family coming from an amazingly horrid father! They've all been traumatized, but rose above it all. So sad that 3 are gone, but may they have the best in life always.

[@drumminsonlive9199]

I like seeing them happy like that...

[@juliadams42]

I remember the Cowsills from the 60s. My friends and i each had our "favorite Cowsill , and we couldnt share, each one had to be different. I was kind of late to the group, so Bill was available. He was great and all, but to my 12 year old mind, he was too old. Secretly, i was in love with Barry. Well, lo and behold, after about two months, the girl who was "Barry's girl" moved. Before qnyone else could try and change the rules, and claim him, i jumpedcon in there and announced that Barry was MINE!. For the next two years, i was in heaven, i had my Cowsill. Barry, you were a great boyfriend. Always thoughtful, always kind. And even though we never met, i knew that I'd love you forever. And i did. Rest in peace, my Barry.

[@louisepalanker]

Oh, I just love this story so much, Juli!

[@nestaa49]

This is a great catchy song..!!! RIP BARRY!!!! Maybe we can sing together in heaven someday!!!

[@kathyjordan5640]

Great song. RIP BARRY 😥❤🌹🙏

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

We still miss you Barry, 18 May 2018.

[@louisepalanker]

We sure do.

[@acarnivorous]

what a wonderful time with never a dissappointment, missing Him as a fan, for knowing "They all" will live forever! You have made a mark on me and othee loving fans with your love, and songs that live on and on each day! I will forever be thankful for " The Cowsills"

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

Back again, I love this upload. We really miss Barry, plus the others too. The end of the video is so sad as Barry is going home..........

[@abbythomas4609]

It does my heart good to watch Barry perform. His sense of humor is so endearing!

[@louisepalanker]

He was one of a kind hilarious.

[@nikkicrabtree2173]

This is a great song. I find myself listening too it often. It's funny, I came from a large musical family too and as a kid I thought the Cowsills were the perfect family. It's interesting to see that we're all alike, coping with pain, sadness, substance abuse issues, good times and bad. Barry was a talented fellow, sad to lose him. Love and hugs to the Cowsills!

[@geerterri]

Same here.

[@Planktontwo]

Really catchy song. Thanks for posting this and the video with it.

[@SweetDreams706]

The fork in the road...walking into the light...goosebumps. Great job. Thanks for these videos. RIP Barry.

[@louisepalanker]

Thank you so much. He was something else.

[@Citizen1910]

This family are simply phenomenal. RIP Bill, Barry and Richard. God Bless!

[@janetmavis6796]

Yes Bill and Barry are together singing away doing there way two greatest musician ever.

[@atp1962]

I listen to this song pretty often, I just love the sound. Barry is missed !

[@kevinhall8112]

This song just makes me smile. What a great song, thank you Barry, I wish I would have known you.

[@rpchambon]

I can't stop watching the documentary you made about this talented family. Barry is a magnet of some kind.........love the guy.

[@drkatel]

Here it is, March of 2019, and this video shows up today on my recommended feed. How weird is that? (Yeah, I realize that I'm here talking to myself LOL.) I watched it for the first time at Barry's memorial service/PARTY in Newport (2/18/06). God, I can't believe he's been gone for 13 freaking years. Will always miss ya, B! 💔🅱️🎸❤️🎶

[@louisepalanker]

KZbin has an eerie way of knowing what we need!

[@drkatel]

Wow, Weezy. You brought a tear to my eye. I did need this. ❤️

[@louisepalanker]

You are too sweet, @@drkatel

[@SeeCSeesCC]

Barry was very special ❤️

[@louisepalanker]

Yes, he was!

[@gairid]

Oh, Barry.still cannot believe you're gone, BB. Miss you, you taleneed, wonderful man.

[@Sand92322]

Just keep watching this video and it also gives me goose bumps and brings tears to my eyes. Barry you were the bomb may you rest in peace

[@Janetmessmore9999]

Wow gives me goosebumbs and tears, Barry says fork in the road, could it be this way... then goes away in the light. RIP Barry

[@louisepalanker]

Yep. He took the fork in the road.

[@motorcityquig]

Best song no one ever heard of.

[@louisepalanker]

It truly is.

[@frizzlefrap]

you are tellin' the truth

[@irishpogi]

Louise Palanker you know when Barry recorded this song?

[@rubywingo6030]

They were having so much fun together! ❤️

[@louisepalanker]

Yes!

[@conniedavis4387]

Adore them! I sang with them my whole life ....lol in my room!!

[@louisepalanker]

Haha. Same!

[@ToySoldier2007]

What a trajedy that befell this richly talented rock and roll band, losing Billy and Barry and finally John ; and yet the survivors still rock on beset by the bubble-gum sound they are remembered for...Rock On Cowsills !

[@MrAngel53944]

ToySoldier2007 John didn't dir. It was the their brother Rich

[@erichansen3641]

John Cowsill is still with us as is Richard Carpenter. Karen and John both born on March 2nd (Karen in 1950, John in 1956). John and Karen could sing a play drums at the same time which is quite a rare skill.

[@geraldbutler2724]

Barry is so much what every Artist would loved to be. A man who expressed his true self in Everything he thought,Did, and Said!!!!

[@louisepalanker]

Well said.

[@patrickhackett3878]

One of my favorites!

[@msnvrmnd94]

I cant get enough of this song and the Showtime documentary. I loved each and every Cowsill song when they were popular and now seeing the story behind the family, I love them even more. Thank you so much, Louise for posting. Now I can pull it up on my computer at work and see Barry - loved that guy, what a free spirit - Susan is someone I'd love to spend a day with - very intriguing clan. God Bless her for loving all those brothers as much as she does!

[@louisepalanker]

Thank you, so much, Cynthia. You are very preceptive!

[@msnvrmnd94]

I just noticed this Going Home video is mostly Barry and I love it. He and Susan definitely had a special bond, more than the others. So heartwarming to watch them and so sad to know how it ended for Barry.

[@lawrenceruddy295]

One of their best.

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

Back again, 17 May 2022. Again thanks for posting this video. Barry is really missed. Semper Fidelis and greetings from Charleston, West Virginia.

[@louisepalanker]

Greetings!

[@pattibrooks1907]

I loved the music they played and sang ! Too bad sad Barry is no longer with us ! Missing him so much so Barry RIP!

[@dirgesinthedark5637]

Great tune

[@motorcityquig]

This song is a great tribute to Barry. For all the troubles the guy had, you can tell he was in his comfort zone on stage.

[@TheLittleOsmondsFan13]

I love The Cowsills 😊😊❤️🎤🎸🎹🥁🎶✨, They and The Osmonds are my favorite bands

[@louisepalanker]

Both awesome!

[@janetmavis6796]

Look at those two little ones very talented as well they are all so wonderful naturally gifted musicians.

[@louisepalanker]

Yes. Those are Susan and Russ's kids Miranda and Nick!

[@Michael-nf1ej]

Gotta LOVE it!! Miss Barry, what a talent.

[@MsTstang]

I never get enough of listening to the Family they are so awesome ... I hear something new and im just floored how good they were and are ..RIP Barry you went to soon

[@sharonnorthern1525]

I was born in 1969 so I missed this wonderful family. I had heard of them and knew of the Partridge Connection but had never really seen anything on them until last weekend. I saw Family Band and all week I've been trying to find everything I can find on them. Musically, they were/are a treasure. In the film (and other interviews) they come across as such engaging, interesting people...the kind of people I wish I could have over for a firepit jam session. Their non-bitter attitude in spite of the crappy hand they were dealt is inspiring. They have blessed me just in a week!

[@EmpressOfWyoming58]

Sharon Northern So glad you found them and are enjoying them. I am lucky to have been born in 1958, so I was the perfect age when their music hit and amongst the magical music of the 60s, they were a sparkling, unique jewel. To have this much talent in one family is priceless. They have this talent, which is worth more than all the money in the world.

[@kimworkman2425]

Barry was my favorite but they're all very talented

[@normrobertsvideos7100]

whata great rockin song wata great video.wat a great group: cowsills!

[@louisepalanker]

Oh, yeah! Thank you!!

[@cynthiapumphrey7966]

Aww Barry we could have been such good friends if we had only met! Totally get his sense of humor_ I too follow a fork in the road. Beautiful, fun, happy song. John looks so happy and peaceful like "this is how it's supposed to be, together, happy, singing because they love to make music.." and is that Paul rocking out with grandchildren?! So sweet.

[@louisepalanker]

That is Paul rocking out with Susan's children, Miranda and Nick.

[@BeautifulSpirit-kf5ld]

Barry was much loved in NOLA ... People still have passionate opinions about how exactly he crossed over, after that metal plaque was found on a tree, and it seems that Barry may have created it. A mystery. Love and light to that big spirit, wherever he is .

[@louisepalanker]

Yes. The stuff of legend. As he would want!

[@BeautifulSpirit-kf5ld]

i didnt know him... but i feel a connection anyway ...barry went thru a lot, but had too much grace and dignity to give details.

[@louisepalanker]

@@BeautifulSpirit-kf5ld He certainly did.

[@LynNetworkTV1]

I didn't know Barry but this video gives a great snapshot into a life of a very cool human being. Thank you for sharing!!

[@louisepalanker]

He was, indeed. Thank you for you comment.

[@Jeff250lbc]

Thank you to the whole family for sharing your talent with us .

[@louisepalanker]

Thank you too

[@CSICyn]

What a GREAT video. I remember that night at the El Rey. Barry and I were reminicing about when we were in our teens and they all lived on La Mesa. Great memories, great family, Barry was quite a character, but was also a kind, sweet man. He'll be missed! (TEAR)

[@donnarupert4926]

God rest your beautiful soul sweetheart!! We all miss you 😘 Barry💕🙋🏽‍♀️

[@geraldbutler2724]

This dude was and is Rock and Roll!!!

[@louisepalanker]

For sure.

[@JamZorro]

This is a very catchy song and Barry definitely rocked it... Thanks, awesome video

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

Back again 20 Dec 22. Love this video and we miss Barry and thanks to Barry's family.

[@louisepalanker]

Us too!

[@louisepalanker]

That was so Very Barry. Love him. Thank you.

[@concepcioncervantessanchez1748]

Thank you Louise, today in 2022, I have in my heart to The Cowsills...

[@louisepalanker]

😀

[@janetmavis6796]

Love this song we sure lost him way to early he was really fantastic

[@williamnelson727]

Thank-you Louise. These are so much fun

[@nestaa49]

Barry was SO talented WHY didn't he get out before Katrina hit and flooded!!!????Looks like a fun person to hang out with!!!! RIP BARRY!!! Miss you!!!!

[@frizzlefrap]

like the 705 others that didn't leave either?

[@vickipetrotta8167]

You guys are so great

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

Barry, myself and John are about the same age. Barry born in 1954, myself born in 1955 and John born in 1956. The Cowsills were and are so talented. Great group.

[@louisepalanker]

Yes, they are!

[@debradunn109]

Happy heavenly birthday Barry Cowsill Sept 14 1954. RIP Barry love and miss you. You brought so much joy into my life as well as many others. I still have a crush on you . I love you and your siblings.

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

I always like Barry, we were about the same age. We knew what it was like growing up in the 60s & 70s. You was a great singer & entertainer. We all miss you.

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

We still miss you, Barry.

[@wantuillucio4651]

I love the cowsills forever!!

[@rhysmor1]

Great Work Louise! Thank you for this compilation, along with SMPTE and artifacts. A wonderful tribute to Barry and Billy's memory!

[@suzannemascola4997]

Beautifully edited video. I just love it. Great work!

[@louisepalanker]

That's very kind, Suzanne. Thank you!

[@njfrese]

That is SUCH a rocking good song! Love the bass track. What a great loss.

[@geraldbutler2724]

There is some talent that SHINES All Barry!!!

[@born4thstime]

Great video! Thank you for sharing this. A family who "plays" together, stays together....maybe. Great to see them so happy!

[@louisepalanker]

Yes, it is!

[@pattibrooks1907]

Loved this song he did !

[@ReinaldoRas]

Descobri THE COWSILL agora, em 2020. Tõ fanático por eles! Amando muito!

[@louisepalanker]

Hace unos años hice una película llamada Family Band: The Cowsills Story. ¡Siempre he sido fan!