Association GREATEST HITS

The Association: Terry Kirkman (vocals); Russ Giguere, Jim Yester (vocals, guitar); Ted Bluechel (guitar, drums); Gary Alexander (guitar); Brian Cole (bass).
Producers: Bones Howe, The Association, Curt Boettcher, Jerry Yester.
Quite possibly the finest harmony group of the '60s and one of the best light pop bands ever, Los Angeles' The Association had an unbeatable string of hits in the mid-60s. All of those hits are included here. From the mildly controversial and psych-tinged "Along Comes Mary" and "Windy"--both of which contain not-terribly-subtle drug references--to the innocuous but heartbreakingly beautiful ballads "Never My Love" and "Cherish," The Association's stock in trade was their precise four- and five-part harmony. Most often, these beautiful multi-part vocals are topped by Terry Kirkland's expressive leads. Although their years spent recording for Valiant and Warner Brothers Records produced many more gems than are included here, The Association's GREATEST HITS is a perfect starting point for this wonderful band.

• Released: 5/28/2004
• Format: CD
• Genre: Pop