Joan Baez – Swing Low, Sweet Chariot

Known for her smooth heart-touching vocals, Joan Baez was no stranger to taking a political stance with her music. When she came to perform at the festival, she was six months pregnant, singing for her husband’s return from imprisonment. She shared on stage how the draft took him away.

Baez was the last act on day one, and she did the honors of closing the day out with her tender, mellow vocals, and guitar-playing talent. She took her time to sing several songs and converse with the audience. Fans still remember her refreshing segment, especially her cover of “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot.”