John Sebastian Presents: Folk Rewind

PBS WESTERN RESERVE (WNEO 45.1 / WEAO 49.1):

Friday, May 5, at 9 PM
Saturday, May 6, at 2 AM
Saturday, May 13, at 8 PM

Join John Sebastian of The Lovin’ Spoonful in a special featuring the greatest singers and songwriters of the classic ‘50s & ‘60s folk era. FOLK REWIND features a treasure trove of historical footage, plus performances by artists who are still appearing in concert. 

Highlights include a Pete Seeger and Judy Collins duet on Seeger’s iconic adaptation of “Turn, Turn, Turn,” Harry Belafonte’s hit “Jamaica Farewell,” Trini Lopez’s version of “If I Had a Hammer,” and Bobby Darin’s heartfelt “Simple Song of Freedom.” Among the beloved folk groups represented in vintage footage are The Kingston Trio (“Where Have All the Flowers Gone”), The New Christy Minstrels (“Green, Green”), The Limeliters (“There’s a Meeting Here Tonight”), The Serendipity Singers (“Crooked Little Man”), and The Brothers Four (“Green Fields”). 

In addition, The Highwaymen and The Rooftop Singers present their hits “Michael” and “Walk Right In.” Stirring performances on stage are offered by more folk legends. The original Chad Mitchell Trio reunite for Bob Dylan’s anthem “Blowin’ in the Wind,” and Roger McGuinn of The Byrds offers an encore of “Turn, Turn, Turn.” Barry McGuire sings his 1965 chart-topper “The Eve of Destruction,” and Jesse Colin Young of The Youngbloods performs the generation-defining hit “Get Together.”