Crosby, Stills & Nash [ORIGINAL RECORDING REMASTERED]

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Product Details

• Audio CD (August 16, 1994)
• Original Release Date: May 29, 1969
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Original recording remastered
• Label: Atlantic / Wea
• ASIN: B000002J0P
• Also Available in: Audio Cassette
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (93 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,930 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Editorial Reviews

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As much as any record, CSN's 1969 debut ushered in the early '70s singer-songwriter boom. Yes, this was a group, but it was one made up of three coequal composer/vocalists, each with a heady resume--Crosby an ex- Byrd, Stills in Buffalo Springfield, and Nash a former member of the Hollies. Each supplied distinctive material and contributed to CSN's trademark harmonies. The addition of Neil Young made the supergroup an edgier outfit. There's a purity to the original trio recording, however, that would never be recaptured. --Steven Stolder

Customer Reviews

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43 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Album Introducing Crosby, Stills & Nash To The World!, August 25, 2000

By	Barron Laycock "Labradorman" (Temple, New Hampshire United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

From the very beginning it was clear that this was to be the first of the new super-groups, composed of discontented refugees who either quit or were bounced from monster groups like the Byrds, Buffalo Springfield, and the Hollies. And when the star-crossed trio finally started harmonizing amid the crisp clear echoes of their sparkling acoustic guitar work, it was obvious that the sky was the limit for their wonderful songs and music. This was the album that introduced them to a waiting world, with the album becoming an instant success based on the smash hit of "Suite Judy Blue Eyes", Stephen Stills' love paean to paramour Judy Collins.

The album is full of innovative pop sounds, from Crosby's evocative "Guinevere" to Graham Nash's perky "Marrakesh Express" to Stills' "49 Bye-Byes". Of course, the fact that they were informally introduced to 500,000 potential fans at Woodstock didn't hurt, nor did the fact that the movie version of "Woodstock" prominently featured a number of the songs from this album as part of its soundtrack. Finally, it was their brilliance in quickly following the success of this album with "Déjà Vu" that cemented their rise to the top of the rock world. My favorites here are "Wooden Ships", "You Don't Have To Cry", and of course, "Long Time Gone", David Crosby's moving albeit cynical tribute to Robert F. Kennedy. This is a classic album that every rock fan should have on his or her top shelf, as a part of the history of rock music. Enjoy!

26 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars WHAT A LONG, STRANGE TRIP IT'S BEEN, November 16, 2006

By	John Robert Harrison (USA) - See all my reviews

"Crosby, Stills, And Nash." Pretty much every rock devotee has seen their debut performance at Woodstock in the film of the same name. It's also fairly safe to say that pretty much anyone with a mild interest in music over the past fifty years that rock's existed knows at least one song on this release? I was a fan of Buffalo Springfield, the Byrds, and the Hollies and hear the echoes of each group in this, the first release by Crosby, Stills, and Nash. I've always liked acoustic-based music, and very much appreciate Stephen Stills musicianship on this masterpiece. While Graham Nash seemed to be the member who penned the most tunes for the radio, "Guinnevere" by David Crosby and "Helplessly Hoping" by Stills are two of the highlights of this LP / CD. Of course, it's the opening track everyone either loves or hates, but the moodiness and "trip" this album takes its listener on can't be overlooked. I was fortunate enough to see Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young when they reunited to play at Madison Square Garden in New York. Having seen film footage of the group in action prior to that, and from many years before, I couldn't help but think of the Grateful Dead line "What A Long, Strange Trip It's Been!" I've been told that the group's most recent tour will be their last? I'm helplessly hoping that isn't so, but regardless, appreciate the thirty years of great music they've given us in various conglomerations. This LP / CD comes highly recommended!

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome debut, June 17, 2003

By	John Alapick (Wilkes-Barre, PA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Crosby, Stills, & Nash's debut is a fantastic album and arguably their best. Simply put, this is a classic album with excellent songs, beautiful harmonies, and stellar musicianship. Several tracks from this album are still standards on album-oriented radio. All three members are in top form here. Leading the way is their most popular and memorable track, Stephen Stills' "Suite: Judy Blue Eyes", a beautiful song which has not aged one day since its original release. He also contributes the classic acoustic tracks "Helplessly Hoping" and "You Don't Have To Cry", which are two of the band's best examples of their soaring harmonies. David Crosby's "Guinnevere" and "Long Time Gone" are classic rock standards and are two of the best tracks in his long and illustrious career. Graham Nash also wrote some of his best pop songs here with "Marrakesh Express", "Pre-Road Downs", and "Lady of the Island." But the strongest track would have to be "Wooden Ships", written by Crosby, Stills, and Paul Kantner of Jefferson Airplane. This is a powerful track with excellent lyrics and an awesome performance by the band. While CSN would release a few other strong albums after this, such as the excellent Deja Vu album, this is the band at their best. Highly recommended.