12/11/2024
Woodstock 1969, held from August 15 to 18 in Bethel, New York, is one of the most iconic music festivals in history. Originally expecting 50,000 attendees, the festival drew over 400,000 people, becoming a symbol of the 1960s counterculture and a pivotal moment in music history. Organized by Michael Lang, Artie Kornfeld, Joel Rosenman, and John P. Roberts, the festival featured legendary performances by Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, The Who, and Santana, among others. Despite logistical challenges, including heavy rain and overcrowding, Woodstock is remembered for its spirit of peace, love, and music, encapsulating the era's social and political ideals.