The Cowsills' 1969 album "We Can Fly" marked a significant departure from their earlier bubblegum hits, showcasing a more mature folk-rock sound. This release captured the band's evolving musical direction during a pivotal moment in their career.
- "We Can Can Fly" was released in 1969 on Mercury Records, aiming for a more adult contemporary audience.
- The album featured songwriting contributions from the band members themselves, a departure from the Brill Building writers who had penned their earlier hits.
- While not as commercially successful as "The Rain, the Park & Other Things," the album is seen by critics as a strong artistic statement for the band.
The Cowsills were a family band from Newport, Rhode Island, known for their sunshine pop and rock harmonies. At the time of "We Can Can Fly," they were transitioning from bubblegum pop hits to a more mature folk-rock sound.
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