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Stop Your Motor

The Association · 1971

34 min · 10 tracks · soft rock

A vibrant blend of soft rock harmonies infused with introspective lyrics and catchy melodies.

Stop Your Motor is an album by The Association, released in 1971. A vibrant blend of soft rock harmonies infused with introspective lyrics and catchy melodies. The album marked a significant shift in The Association's style, receiving notable acclaim for its richer instrumentation and songwriting depth. While it didn't achieve the same chart-topping success as previous albums, it showcased their willingness to explore new creative directions, influencing the soft rock genre that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Stop Your Motor sound like?

A vibrant blend of soft rock harmonies infused with introspective lyrics and catchy melodies. Rooted in soft rock.

What makes Stop Your Motor by The Association notable?

The album marked a significant shift in The Association's style, receiving notable acclaim for its richer instrumentation and songwriting depth. While it didn't achieve the same chart-topping success as previous albums, it showcased their willingness to explore new creative directions, influencing the soft rock genre that followed. Released on July 1, 1971, 'Stop Your Motor' was The Association's fifth studio album during a time when they were transitioning from their earlier pop hits to a more mature sound. Following their commercial success with hits like 'Windy' and 'Cherish', this album reflects their evolving artistry as they sought deeper lyrical content and varied musical arrangements.

How many songs are on Stop Your Motor?

Stop Your Motor has 10 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·34:24

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

  • 1 Bring Yourself Home Standout 4:08
  • 2 Funny Kind of Song 3:24
  • 3 That’s Racing 2:02
  • 4 P. F. Sloan Standout 4:13
  • 5 Silver Morning Standout 5:15
  • 6 It’s Gotta Be Real 2:22
  • 7 First Sound 4:11
  • 8 Along the Way 3:27
  • 9 Traveler’s Guide (Spanish Flyer) 2:18
  • 10 Seven Virgins 2:59

Release Date

July 1, 1971

Genre

soft rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

34 min 24 sec