Bus Stop cover

Released 60 years ago

Bus Stop

The Hollies · 1966

29 min · 12 tracks · beat music

Bright harmonies and jangly guitars create an infectious blend of pop and rock, capturing the essence of the 1960s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady upbeat energy throughout
  • for sunny afternoons
  • sing-along friendly melodies
  • quick bursts of enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy immersive albums
  • seek deep emotional complexity

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1966, 'Bus Stop' was The Hollies' fourth studio album, following their breakthrough hit 'Look Through Any Window' in 1965. By this time, the band was solidifying their place in the British Invasion, showcasing their signature vocal harmonies and catchy melodies.
Stylistic neighbors
The Byrds· The Beach Boys· The Zombies

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Bus Stop 2:51
  • 2 Candy Man 2:28
  • 3 Baby That’s All 2:15
  • 4 I Am a Rock 2:50
  • 5 Sweet Little Sixteen 2:22
  • 6 We’re Through 2:15
  • 7 Don’t Run and Hide 2:33
  • 8 Oriental Sadness 2:35
  • 9 Mickey’s Monkey 2:35
  • 10 Little Lover 2:00
  • 11 You Know He Did 2:02
  • 12 Watcha Gonna Do About It 2:17

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata