This is the 80's lineup of the band.The other male lead besides John Phillips is Scott McKenzie not Denny Doherty as stated in the review above. I had the chance to see this group in concert on or around 1987.
While Spanky is no Mama Cass it is still fun to hear her sing "Sunday will never be the same". It is too bad that this collection doesn't include the John Phillips penned "San Francisco"(Scott McKenzie's own signature song).
Vocally this group can rival the original lineup in a live setting. Macenzie Phillips does her papa proud with a much better and stronger voice than Michelle Phillips.
This CD offers 10 songs recorded live on New Year's Eve, 1987, according to the introductory remarks given before the first song. If the picture on the cover is any indication, this is the "new" Mamas and Papas, consisting of John Phillips, Mackenzie Phillips, Denny Doherty, and Spanky MacFarland, of Spanky and Our Gang fame. One Spanky and Our Gang song is included, "Sunday Will Never Be The Same." The other nine songs are live renditions of the bigger Mamas and Papas hits. The sound is pretty good for a live concert. I wish the CD had more than 10 cuts. If you are new to the Mamas and Papas, you'll probably want to pass on this CD and opt for a "Best Of" collection that includes the original recordings. But, if you are a longtime fan, you may want this, especially if you enjoy outtakes or live material.
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