After the successful "Question Of Balance" and "Seventh Sojourn" albums the band was under great pressure from Decca to make a follow-up. But the only ones still interested in continuing together at the time were Hayward, Lodge and producer Tony Clarke, so the planned Moody Blues comeback turned out as a double solo project instead. Not that it's much difference except billing - the songwriting, atmosphere, vocals and guitars sounds "Seventh Sojourn". All rather slow, melodic and beautifully arranged and produced. Personally I would have prefered it with a couple of up-tempo cuts for the sake of balance and variation, but as it is now perfect for heartfelt romance or mourning lost loves. Released world wide on vinyl, cassette, reel and CD through the years, some with bonus track. First US on London/Threshold with same sleeve design and number. Premiere UK had label as shown here, matt fold/out cover and picture/lyric insert. (MBÅL*) (DÄRR*)
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