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The Mamas and the Papas had a sound that helped define a portion of the 1960s. Their breezy folk classics had a bit of San Francisco psychedelia woven in, and, despite the sweet harmonies, there was also a noticeably dark feel to some of their more popular work. "California Dreamin'" and "Monday, Monday" both utilized enough minors to give them a spooky edge. Greatest Hits is an essential part of any audiophile's collection, especially if they don't have the original recordings that spawned the hits. "Dedicated to the One I Love" is almost ironic for its tenderness, considering the turmoil that rumbled through the band's interrelationships. While John and Michelle Phillips and Denny Doherty were all responsible for the success of the Mamas and the Papas, listening to this collection reveals that the late great Mama Cass was not only the heart but the soul of the band. Greatest Hits closes with her "Dream a Little Dream of Me," and serves as a touching tribute to Cass Elliot's talent. --Steve Gdula

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From: Amazon Posted: Aug 09, 2008 Type: User Review 5 dollars wasted

I too wanted to hear the Sweet Harmony of The Momas and The Papas. The collection of songs aweome! Everyone of them a winner. Twist and Shout and Dancing in the street odd to my ears but but hey the rest of the Album brings back many memories. But...
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From: Amazon Posted: Jun 13, 2008 Type: User Review folk

if you like the sounds of this era and want the hear some classic folk music, this is great. wouldn't want to miss adding it to your collection.
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From: Amazon Posted: Jun 06, 2008 Type: User Review "California Dreamin'" Revisited

What a bizarre afternoon. I was going along the foothills of my beloved Idaho, when my legs gave out on me. I fell down after what seemed like an eternity and landed yoga position into what seemed like a rabbit hole. I was a little dizzy, but I...
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From: Amazon Posted: May 31, 2008 Type: User Review What was I thinking?

I've listened to this two or three times since purchasing it and never in one sitting. A little bit if this band goes a long way. I've inserted four songs into my digital collection and that seems about right.
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From: Amazon Posted: May 09, 2008 Type: User Review Ahhh to bring back these memories ...

This CD is the best thing since white bread....it brought back all those memories and feeling from thos way back then days --of MAMMA CASS and the harmonies of the MAMMAS AND THE PAPPAS !!!

GREAT STUFF !!!!!

All the...
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From: Amazon Posted: Mar 30, 2008 Type: User Review The Mamas & the Papas - Greatest Hits

As greatest hits albums go this is a good compilation of the music of the Mamas & the Papas. There were a couple of songs that could have been left off, ones that to my knowledge were never a greatest hit, in fact never reached the top 40. For...
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From: Amazon Posted: Mar 10, 2008 Type: User Review covers all the big hits

This CD came BEFORE the promised date and without any scratches or skips. The plastic jewel case was cracked, probably from shipping, but this did not matter to me. If this is of importance to you, ask to have it box-wrapped rather than...
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From: Amazon Posted: Mar 10, 2008 Type: User Review Groovy music and harmonious voices blending so beautifullly together.

Very pleasant to the ear, the historical tracks on this CD are a delight even for those of us not brought up on them. Mama Cass's powerful voice blending in with all the other members beautiful harmony is just so unique.
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From: Amazon Posted: Feb 22, 2008 Type: User Review Sixties flower power rock

What else can you say but good about the Mamas and the Papas. A collection of their very best hits all on one CD. Awesome!
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From: Amazon Posted: Feb 16, 2008 Type: User Review Old favorites

The Mamas & the Papas - Greatest Hits I was looking for a particular song by this group, "California Dreamin'", and am pleased with the rendition on this disc. It's a good quality recording, including 20 of their songs. Two others included are...
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