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Stills

Stephen Stills · 1975

38 min · 12 tracks · country

Folk-infused rock melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics and Stills' distinctive guitar work.

Why this album works

'Stills' showcases Stephen Stills' ability to blend rock and folk influences, garnering critical acclaim upon release. While it did not achieve commercial success comparable to his previous work, it remains a significant exploration of his artistic identity during a period of musical transition.
Best for
steady mid-tempo reflective moments introspective lyrics for deep thought gentle melodies for quiet afternoons
Context
Released in 1975, 'Stills' was Stephen Stills' third solo album following his successful tenure with Buffalo Springfield and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. At this point in his career, he was exploring a more personal sound, moving away from the supergroup dynamic and delving deeper into reflective songwriting.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Turn Back the Pages Standout 4:04
  • 2 My Favorite Changes Standout 2:50
  • 3 My Angel 2:25
  • 4 In the Way 3:35
  • 5 Love Story 4:11
  • 6 To Mama From Christopher and the Old Man 2:15
  • 7 First Things First 2:10
  • 8 New Mama 2:21
  • 9 As I Come of Age 2:33
  • 10 Shuffle Just as Bad 2:39
  • 11 Cold, Cold World Standout 4:38
  • 12 Myth of Sisyphus 4:28

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