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(from rhino.com)
Spanning 1956-2003, this artist-produced collection gathers more than 80 remastered tracks on four CDs. All their timeless hits are included -- "500 Miles," "If I Had A Hammer," "Puff, The Magic Dragon" -- as well as new songs from their 2004 studio album, In These Times, and solo recordings by each member. A bonus DVD features rare footage, including vintage live performances and clips from their 1970 PBS documentary. 

With roots tied to seminal folksingers The Weavers, Peter Paul And Mary defined the '60s folk revival, and their unwavering commitment to peace and social justice made them the conscience of an era. In unprecedented fashion, they communicated political concerns through music, reaching millions with their message -- as when they performed at the historic 1963 March on Washington, where Martin Luther King delivered his "I Have A Dream" speech. Beginning with the self-titled 1962 album, they've amassed a singularly beautiful repertoire replete with sublime harmonies and uplifting choruses. One of the most enduring acts in music, Peter Paul And Mary are part of a centuries-old tradition of shaping the world through song.