I think everyone and his dog will have heard this album at some point, or a least the raft of singles that were released from it. This is the 30th anniversary half speed master Abbey Road edition, and it sounds incredible.
For such an amazing groundbreaking and successful record, it amazes me that the album opens with such an average track with Guns In The Sky. The only thing I like about the track is how much Michael Hutchence sounds like Mick Jagger. Other than that track, this album is a pop/rock masterpiece. The band took advantage of all tools and gadgets at their disposal to make this a work of sonic genius. Tracks like New Sensation, Devil Inside, and Need You Tonight are superb songs and these are what cemented the bands legacy.
Unfortunately, Hutchence is no longer with us and so this classic sound went with him. If you can get a copy of this version I highly recommend it as it sounds superb.
9/10 from The Grooveman.
Incredible band and vocalist! Such soul.