The Mamas & The Papas Highlights Folk-Rock

One of the biggest bands during the ’60s was The Mamas & The Papas, perhaps most famous for their 1965 song California Dreamin, written by members Michelle and John Phillips. The folk-rock group was known for its harmonious blending that produced a soft sound.

Together with the Beach Boys and the Byrds, The Mamas & The Papas became one of the most successful acts of that decade. Unfortunately, they disbanded in 1968 allegedly because of infighting before reuniting in 1971 for their album People Like Us. They were able to produce the album because a contract still bound them.