The Cowsills - Photo: Courtesy of GAB Archive/RedfernsMention family harmony groups to fans of late 1960s American chart music and, beyond the obvious early impact of the Jackson 5, they might think of the impending arrival of TV sensations the Partridge Family. But we’re taking a step back to celebrate the group who were the inspiration for that telegenic outfit, and who don’t get anything like the appreciation they deserve: Newport, Rhode Island group the Cowsills. The Rain The Park And Other ThingsWatch this video on YouTube Click to load videoThe seven-piece troupe consisted of no fewer than five brothers (Bill, Bob, Paul, Barry, and John), sister Susan and their mother Barbara. That was accompanied by the release of their first new music in nearly 30 years with the much-praised album Rhythm of the World. Buy or stream the Cowsills’ 1967 self-titled debut album, featuring “The Rain, The Park & Other Things.”