Photos by: Barry Sigman  Words by Gina Sigman

August 20th, 2015---Fans flocked to the Chumash Casino to hear an "old fashion love song" or two and rock to all of their nostalgic favorites they have come to love from 60's American rock band, Three Dog Night.  The years have been good to the band who, for the past 4 decades, continue to bring joy to audiences with an aggressive touring schedule even a 20-something indie band would find hard to follow.  Original members, Danny Hutton and Cory Wells blend beautiful harmonies and exude an energy on stage that is a timeless, class act.  With the passing of 18 year veteran keyboardist, Jimmy Greenspoon, Eddie Riesner stepped in to fill the empty chair.  Eddie carries on in the tradition of the band, with homogenous vocal harmonies and keyboard solos: in keeping with the band's original sound.  Guitarist Michael Allsup, bassist: Paul Kingery and drummer Pat Bautz complete the band and put the package together the is still THREE DOG NIGHT.  The evening was a mixture of the old an new.  The band did not disappoint fans: fanning out their set list with am radio favorites including, "One", "Mama Told Me Not to Come", "Shambala". "Black and White," and...well, just go see them.  Their lastest works, "Heart of the Blues", a classic blues jam, leaving a thin stream of smoke in the air  and "Prayer for the Children"; a thoughtful accapella ballad, were well-received and had fans coming forward to the stage, cheering.  After a brief exit off the stage, the band was cheered back on for the finally, giving fans what they wanted, "Joy to the World".  It's a timeless song who's words are colorful and happy; something we all need in our lives.  We needed it then and we still need it now.   Three Dog Night continues their tour across the US.  Check out their new songs, "Heart of the Blues" and "Prayer for the Children" available on Amazon.