Birthday
The Association · 1968
34 min · 11 tracks · soft rock
Melodic harmonies and lush arrangements weave through reflective lyrics, embodying the essence of soft rock's golden age.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective vibes
- melodic harmonies for sunny days
- background warmth for gatherings
- nostalgic themes of celebration
- easygoing tunes for relaxation
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1968, 'Birthday' was The Association's fourth studio album and came shortly after their commercial peak with hits like 'Windy'. At this point, they were solidifying their reputation as pioneers in the soft rock genre, blending intricate vocal harmonies with rich instrumentation. This album followed the success of their previous record 'Insight Out', showcasing their continued evolution as artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Turtles· The Mamas & the Papas· Simon & Garfunkel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Come On In 3:19
- 2 Rose Petals, Incense and a Kitten 2:57
- 3 Like Always 3:08
- 4 Everything That Touches You 3:22
- 5 Toymaker 3:30
- 6 Barefoot Gentleman 3:27
- 7 Time for Livin’ 2:48
- 8 Hear in Here 3:17
- 9 The Time It Is Today 2:19
- 10 The Bus Song 3:34
- 11 Birthday Morning 2:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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