CSN (album)

CSN is the debut studio album by the American rock supergroup Crosby, Stills & Nash, released in May 1969 on Atlantic Records. It is often cited as one of the defining albums of the folk-rock and Laurel Canyon sound of the late 1960s.

The album was primarily recorded in Los Angeles and features songwriting contributions from all three members: David Crosby, Stephen Stills, and Graham Nash. Its harmonies and introspective lyrics were hallmarks of the group's style and set them apart from other bands of the era.

Key tracks on CSN include "Suite: Judy Blue Eyes" (Stills), a multi-part suite considered a masterpiece; "Marrakesh Express" (Nash), a upbeat, autobiographical song; "Guinnevere" (Crosby), a haunting and atmospheric ballad; and "Wooden Ships" (Crosby/Stills/Kantner), a post-apocalyptic reflection co-written with Paul Kantner of Jefferson Airplane.

CSN was a commercial and critical success, reaching number six on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States and receiving widespread acclaim. It is considered a landmark album in the history of rock music, cementing the band's status as a major force in the music industry. The album has been certified four-times platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

The album's success led to the addition of Neil Young to the group, forming Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young (CSNY), but CSN remains a significant album in its own right, showcasing the original trio's unique musical chemistry and songwriting talent.