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The Cowsills took us back to the '60s with a mantra of peace and love, something we could all use a little more of these days. And the happy faces and swaying bodies in the crowd made clear we were glad to be along for the trip. The group's gleaming multipart vocals carried chestnuts like "The Rain, the Park, and Other Things," "Indian Lake," and the theme from "Love American Style." The Rhode Island natives rocked up to the present day with a couple samples from "Rhythm of the World," due in September. They also covered the Hollies, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Simon & Garfunkel, and the Four Tops like a sharp nostalgia band, ending with their hit "Hair." NOLA resident Susan Cowsill, played her own set at the Fest, a charming slice of tunes that showcased the emotive grit underlying her angelic vocals. (Appearing on the "Happy Together" tour at Lowell Memorial Auditorium, June 12; Calvin Theatre, Northampton, June 18; Lynn Auditorium, June 19; Cape Cod Melody Tent, June 21; South Shore Music Circus, June 22; Hampton Beach Casino, Hampton, N.H., June 26)
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