The introduction of Lawton to the band is a smooth one: no deviations or major changes from the hard-rock style adopted since 'Sweet Freedom' (1973). His voice is excellent and matches the qualities of David Byron and in many situations sounds very similar to it. Decent songs appear here with the highlight being 'Sympathy' which reminded me a lot the glory of 'Easy Livin'. Surely one of Heep's finest. Some other nice songs here are 'The Hanging Tree', 'Do You Know', 'Been Away Too Long'. Much better effort than 'High & Mighty' album. Seems the band heads for a new start.
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