The 60's started out with all those surfing and hot rod and beach movies, with its way of life glorified. The Mamas and the Papas took that laid-back California Myth about five steps further with their breakthrough record. They sang backup on the original as done by Barry McGuire, Mr. Eve Of Destruction. The producer, Lou Adler, decided to issue a remake with them substituting the lead vocals (with the Wrecking Crew providing backing tracks on both versions) and that became the much bigger hit. Bud Shank played the flute solo. Video is from the "Hollywood Palace" TV show.
Mamas and Papas - California Dreamin'
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