While
Saga began as a progressive rock band, increasing pop sensibilities put the group in a league with bands like
the Fixx in the early '80s. This album, which follows the excellent
Worlds Apart, is nearly as good as its predecessor;
Michael Sadler's commanding voice leads the way while the rest of the band punches up the fairly succinctly written songs with loads of texture and occasional instrumental fireworks. The guitar/keyboard interplay between
Jim Gilmour and
Ian Crichton alone is enough to get music geeks salivating. Producer
Rupert Hine gives the material just enough production sheen to make it sizzle on the airwaves ("The Flyer" was a minor radio hit). Equally enjoyable for pop fans and prog rock fans, this unfortunately was
Saga's last great record.