Woodstock Rememberances: Richie Havens performing 'Freedom' live on the Jim Kerr Rock and Roll Morning Show on the 40th Anniversary. | Q104.3 FM

Richie Havens - Freedom at Woodstock 1969 | Top Hat Crew's "Live Music Archives"

Artist Spotlight: Richie Havens ☮️ Richie Havens' performance at Woodstock in 1969 was unforgettable. He was the first to take the stage, starting the festival amidst delays and chaos. With no set list and a crowd of 400,000 waiting, Havens played a powerful, emotional set, including an extended version of his song "Freedom" that would become synonymous with the event. His soulful voice and heartfelt guitar playing captured the spirit of Woodstock—peace, love, and unity. Havens connected deeply

Watch Richie Havens as he masters the guitar in an electrifying performance back in 1972. Between "Just Like a Woman," a cover of a Bob Dylan song – of which Havens is reputed as the first interpreter – and his famous "Freedom," which made him one of the leading figures at the Woodstock Festival. The folk icon wasn't only a skilled musician but also an adept songwriter. Check it out here: https://bit.ly/2U7n2e0 | Qwest TV