Woodstock 1969 — Full Lineup & Setlists

Opened Woodstock as the first performer, then improvised the anthem "Freedom" when he ran out of material during encores. The performance is one of the most iconic moments in rock history.

One of the first bands to perform at Woodstock, Sweetwater's set helped establish the festival's psychedelic-folk atmosphere before tragedy struck the group.

Performed a ten-song set on Day 1, though most documentation was lost due to poor recording quality. His cover of "America" was praised by Paul Simon.

Performed despite severe stage fright and addiction struggles. His songs "Misty Roses" and "If I Were a Carpenter" were captured on tape but not included in the final documentary.

Introduced 400,000 festival-goers to Indian classical music. Though rain cut his set short, the performance helped cement Eastern music's influence on Western rock culture.

Got her Woodstock slot after the Incredible String Band refused to go on in the rain. The experience of seeing audience members light candles for her inspired the hit "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)."

Performed late on Day 1, playing his anti-war anthem "Coming Into Los Angeles" to a crowd of half a million. The son of Woody Guthrie carried on the folk tradition at the most important concert in history.

Closed Day 1 of Woodstock at nearly 1 a.m. while visibly pregnant, delivering a moving speech about her husband's imprisonment for draft resistance before her haunting acoustic set.

Opened Day 2 of Woodstock but were not included in the documentary, limiting their exposure despite performing for hundreds of thousands of people.

Led 400,000 people in the "FISH" cheer before performing "Fixin' to Die Rag," the defining anti-Vietnam War anthem. The performance is one of the most powerful political moments in the Woodstock documentary.

Arrived as a spectator but was asked to fill time between scheduled acts. His impromptu tie-dyed performance became one of the most charming moments captured in the Woodstock documentary.

One of only a few Woodstock acts to decline inclusion in the documentary film, limiting their historical profile despite a strong blues-rock performance.

Delivered one of Woodstock's most electrifying performances. The 11-minute "Soul Sacrifice" captured in the film made them internationally famous literally overnight, launching one of rock's greatest careers.

Refused to perform in the rain on Day 1, giving Melanie her historic slot. Their Day 2 performance was not included in the documentary, limiting their Woodstock legacy.

"Going Up the Country" became the unofficial anthem of Woodstock 1969. A fan climbing the stage and sharing a cigarette with Bob Hite was captured in the documentary as a perfect symbol of the festival's spirit.

Famously described their own Woodstock performance as one of their worst shows ever, hampered by electrical problems and a disorienting drug experience. One song reportedly extended to nearly 50 minutes as they wandered musically.

Brought proto-heavy metal thunder to Woodstock with Leslie West's powerful guitar tone. Their massive sound was one of the heaviest performances of the festival.

Despite being one of the biggest bands in America in 1969, John Fogerty vetoed CCR's inclusion in the Woodstock documentary, feeling the late-night performance to a sleepy crowd wasn't their best work.

Headlined Saturday night with a raw, powerful performance later included in the Woodstock director's cut. Her 10-song set included "Piece of My Heart" and "Ball and Chain," two of the era's most powerful recordings.

Turned an exhausted early-morning crowd into a massive dance party. Sly Stone's "I Want to Take You Higher" with its audience call-and-response is one of the most joyful moments in the Woodstock documentary.

Performed at 5 a.m. after hours of delays, including the legendary confrontation where Pete Townshend struck activist Abbie Hoffman with his guitar. "See Me Feel Me" performed as the sun rose over Yasgur's farm is one of Woodstock's most iconic images.

Performed at 8 a.m. Sunday after massive delays pushed their set overnight. Grace Slick's voice soaring over Yasgur's farm at sunrise — on songs like "White Rabbit" and "Somebody to Love" — was one of Woodstock's most surreal and beautiful moments.

His convulsive, soul-drenched performance of "With a Little Help from My Friends" ranks alongside Hendrix and Joplin as one of Woodstock's greatest individual moments. The performance launched him to international stardom.

Returned for a second Woodstock performance on Day 3 with the full band. The Fish Cheer and "Fixin' to Die Rag" bookended one of the festival's most politically charged performances.

The extended version of "I'm Going Home" captured in the Woodstock documentary showcased Alvin Lee as one of the fastest guitarists in rock history. The performance launched Ten Years After to international fame.

Brought deep American musical roots to Woodstock with a performance rooted in country, gospel, blues, and rock. Their connection to Bob Dylan and the Woodstock, NY community gave their set particular resonance.

Delivered a volcanic Texas blues performance that confirmed him as one of the most exciting new guitarists in rock. His speed, tone, and raw energy were unlike anything else at the festival.

The Grammy Award winners for 1969's Album of the Year brought jazz-rock sophistication to Woodstock, though their set was cut short. Their commercial peak coincided perfectly with their Woodstock appearance.

Only their second-ever concert as CSNY, yet their harmonies stunned 400,000 people. The performance inspired Joni Mitchell's iconic song "Woodstock," which became the festival's defining anthem.

Opened the final day of Woodstock with Chicago blues authenticity. Butterfield's harmonica work was considered the finest white blues harp playing of the era.

Performed immediately before Jimi Hendrix in one of the most incongruous bookings in festival history. Their doo-wop revival act turned out to be one of the festival's most joyful performances.

Closed Woodstock with the definitive performance of the era. His deconstruction of "The Star-Spangled Banner" using feedback and whammy bar to simulate the Vietnam War has been called the greatest moment in the history of the electric guitar.