In 1967, as the Vietnam War raged and I was in “boot camp,” a favorite song was “California Dreamin” (1965). Even with the lack of common sense of leadership in Los Angeles and San Francisco, as ...

The "Die With a Smile" collaborators sang The Mamas and The Papas' song "California Dreamin'" to pay tribute to Los Angeles following the devastating wildfires during the 2025 Grammy Awards at ...

“California Dreamin’” features backing vocals by Cocker’s romantic partner Kim Sion. On “The Red River” Harvey collaborates with Danny Bensi and Saunder Jurriaans. Musician Kevin Haskins (Love and ...

The Mamas & the Papas tune, which became synonymous with the folk scene born of the city's Laurel Canyon, evokes images of an idyllic California. As they harmonized, Gaga and Mars appeared emotional.