Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young – Woodstock
“Woodstock” is a song written by Joni Mitchell and originally recorded by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young (CSNY) for their 1970 album Déjà Vu. The song is a three-part suite that tells the story of the Woodstock Music and Art Fair, a counterculture music festival held in Bethel, New York in 1969.
Background and composition
Joni Mitchell wrote “Woodstock” in 1969 after attending the Woodstock Music and Art Fair. The song was inspired by the festival’s atmosphere of peace, love, and music. Mitchell’s lyrics are full of vivid imagery and detail, and they paint a powerful picture of the festival’s sights, sounds, and smells.
Recording and production
“Woodstock” was recorded at Wally Heider Studios in San Francisco in 1969. The song was produced by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.
The recording features David Crosby on lead vocals. Crosby’s vocals are passionate and soulful, and they perfectly convey the emotion of the song. The song’s instrumentation is simple, yet effective, with a driving beat and a catchy melody.
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“Woodstock” is a beautiful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was originally written by Joni Mitchell.
- The song was recorded by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young for their 1970 album Déjà Vu.
- The song is a three-part suite that tells the story of the Woodstock Music and Art Fair.
- “Woodstock” was a critical and commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- The song has been covered by many artists, including Joan Baez, Jimi Hendrix, and Santana.