The Motels were an American new wave band from Los Angeles fronted by vocalist Martha Davis. Their blend of new wave rock with emotional ballads produced hits including 'Only the Lonely,' 'Suddenly Last Summer,' and 'Take the L.' Davis's distinctive voice and the band's sophisticated arrangements distinguished them from more minimalist new wave acts. 'Only the Lonely' achieved international success and remains their signature song. The Motels represented American new wave's more emotional, romantic side, proving that the genre could encompass sophisticated adult themes. Their influence on subsequent female-fronted rock bands was notable.
Motels vinyl records
23 Motels new and used vinyl albums and singles UK sellers
FRANK ZAPPA 200 Motels (50th Anniversary 2021 UK/EU limited edition 34-track double album 2-LP pressed at Optimal Media Germany on 180-gram Red Vinyl. The 1971 soundtrack album featuring all-original packaging including the booklet & poster with a brand new audio remaster by legend Bernie Grundman
£36.99 new
FRANK ZAPPA 200 Motels (1986 Canadian issue of the 1971 34-track double vinyl LP on the rainbow MCA label picture sleeve. The sleeve (still in opened shrink.) shows minimal wear while both discs look barely played MCA2-4183) Track Listing: Semi-Fraudulent / Direct-From-Hollywood Overture 1:59 Mystery Roach 2:33 Dance Of The Rock & Roll Interviewers 0:48 This Town Is A Sealed Tuna Sandwich (Prologue) 0:56 Tuna Fish Promenade 2:30 Dance Of The Just Plain Folks 4:39 This Town Is A Sealed Tuna Sandwich (Reprise) 0:59 The Sealed Tuna Bolero 1:40 Lonesome Cowboy Burt 3:51 Touring Can Make You Crazy 2:53 Would You Like A Snack
£39.00 used
THE MOTELS Careful (1980 US 10-track vinyl LP the 2nd studio album from the L.A. New Wave group featuring the single Whose Problem. picture sleeve including original picture/lyric inner. The sleeve and inner have some minor general storagewear and the vinyl remains in Excellent condition E-ST12070)
£17.00 used