Monday 2 May 2016

In The Wind – PETER PAUL & MARY*****

Very Last Day/Hush-A-Bye/Long Chain On/Rocky Road/Tell It On The Mountain/Polly Von/Stewball/All My Trials/ Don’t Think Twice Its Alright/Freight Train/Quit Your Lowdown Ways/Blowin’ In The Wind

Peter, Paul & Mary's third LP In The Wind would introduce millions of people to the songs of Bob Dylan through the release of the top ten singles Blowin' In The Wind and Don't Think Twice Its All Right. (US:1 UK:11)

"Blowin' In The Wind is infinitely more commercial than the original, and therefore got its message out to a much larger audience than Dylan himself could."

“It sealed their image as the troubadours of the '60s civil rights movement, it helped position the then little-known Dylan as the voice of a generation."

"In The Wind has to be not only their best, but one of the best albums of all time. With both traditional and contemporary songs, it includes the finest versions of Blowin' In The Wind and Don't Think Twice ever recorded and heralded a new era when 'folk' was cool and the words of pop songs began to mean something."

"If you are curious about Peter, Paul and Mary this is the place to start. A wonderful album that hits many chords. The way music was meant to be performed. The vocals on this album are sublime, emotional, beautiful and dazzling. As always, Paul and Peter's guitar work is extraordinary. The songs are sung with conviction, belief and testimony."

"In The Wind is a strong album from one of the greatest folk music groups ever - Peter, Paul & Mary. We owe so much to them for their sharing their artistry with us. This is absolutely essential for fans of the trio."

"In The Wind is by far the best recording they have done. The harmonies are incomparable. Nobody after them sounded as good. The acoustic guitar playing is brilliant. Peter and Paul created a duo guitar style that has never been matched."

“Strong, straightforward folk music with bright, pretty harmonies. Lots of traditional numbers and three Dylan tunes. Has probably relaxed and uplifted countless thousands of people. Polly Von is a great tune in a more mellow, subdued vein.”

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