The Association - The Association

No chart hits, but some Association fans rank this record as their best; the group had gained creative control, and together with producer John Boylan (who would later produce Linda Rondstadt and Pure Prairie League among other top acts), they explored a more country-rock sound as well as offering a dose of their usual eclecticism. Includes Look at Me, Look at You; Yes, I Will; Love Affair; The Nest; What Were the Words; Are You Ready; Dubuque Blues; Under Branches; I Am Up for Europe; Broccoli, and Goodbye Forever. The complete 1969 release! Album Description

A lost gem!

Without a hit single, this Association album stayed well below the radar of most people's notice. This may in fact be their strongest work ever. Clever lyrics and humorous topics make this a delightful listen. Beautiful poetic images make this a disc that you can listen to over and over with greater pleasure each time. "Under Branches" is a particular favorite of mine. To my mind there is no one making music like this today. Recommended highly! September 2, 2008

Intro into music

This album was my first taste of folk/rock so many years ago. I still have the album some 35 years later and it sparks the same emotions. I wasn't old enough at the time to listen to the music without attaching myself to it. Each song became a part of who I was at the time. Not even 10 years old when my dad bought me this album, the Association told me there was some fantastic world waiting for me. Listening to it again now brings back memories of clothes on the line, Victrolas and amazement of the world. March 5, 2007

Another Assocaition Relation

It's nice to see Brian's son's post. Your dad is one of my favorite bass players. I was saddened by his passing.

My uncle, Pat Colecchio (their Manager) got album art credit for this, whatever that means.

But aside from that this is my favorite album. Dubuque Blues is a real work of art and The Nest is a Magnum Opus. The band at their best musically and at their songwriting prime. It's good to this day.

Get it. June 28, 2006

The Association Hitting On All Cylinders

I'll make this review short. Why you ask? It doesn't take much to say this is the finest hour of the Association. They sound perfect and natural. The song credits are shared and John Boylan, producer, does a fine, fine job. To think I bought this album at Radioshack who also had "Live". I batted .500 that day. I bought "The Association" but passed on the concert album for no specific reason. I just now am listening to that live LP and thinking it's great. But back to "The Association". I bought it in the mid seventies and I'm still digging it intensely in 2006. I can't believe I first thought I was buying a cutout that turned out to be part of my musical life... and you other reviewers who say the same in maybe different ways have let me know I have pretty good taste in music!! Buy this and experience. It will hit you and perhaps become part of you too. To Chip Cole, son of a member, your review is much appreciated and Brian is remembered with every listening of the Association, group and cd. June 8, 2006

THE best

Contrary to what one reviewer states, The Nest is NOT a cover of anyone. The Nest is written by a member of The Association (Ted Bluechel, Jr) and is superb! This entire album is one that I recommend to everyone! It is one of those jewels of the era that only a few have discovered. As near to being the perfect listening experience as possible. May 11, 2006

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