A typical one-album-and-goodbye band. Formed in ’79, released in ’79 and disbanded in ’79. That’s what you call a short career. The truth is a little more simple. They were put together by Tim Bogert (from Beck, Bogert & Appice, and Cactus) as a vehicle to release more melodic songs. The only other member I know anything of is drummer Jan Ulvena, who was in early Alcatrazz lineups.
The label went to town on the band as there are huge numbers with orchestral backing, so someone saw potential in the band. Unfortunately, there are no songs with any commercial crossover appeal. That doesn’t mean this album is bad, because it’s not, it’s a very good album but it’s just difficult to pigeonhole. The style ranges from rock to funk and all points in-between. I just think if they had concentrated on a more dialed in approach, and narrowed down the scope somewhat, they may have been around for another record. Tracks like Heather and Feel Free are really great songs, and fans of Tim’s other projects will find something to enjoy here.
7/10 from The Grooveman.
