SIDE THREE

Iv'e been listening to "The Power To Believe" by KING CRIMSON a lot lately and couldn't help but notice some similarities between that release and this one. Of course there are more differences than similarities but the fact Adrian Belew is singing and playing guitar on both can't be ignored, as well neither record has any keyboards played on them. You might say this is a lot lighter and funnier.The unique guitar playing of Adrian is all over this record, as well as his sense of humour.

The record starts off with "Troubles" with Mel Collins doing the vocals on this funny song with guitar soundscapes accompanying his voice. "Incompetance Difference" is a funny story ala ZAPPA. "Water Turns To Wine" is a slow paced tune with great vocals and interesting soundscapes including Mr.Fripp playing a fluteguitar. "Crunk" features a unique guitar melody with percussion. "Drive" opens with a car starting and driving away, then percussion, guitar and gentle vocals.

"Cinemusic" is a short instrumental consisting of sound effects and samples. "Whatever" and the next song "Men In Helicopters Part IV" feature Danny Carey on drums and Les Claypool on bass forming a formidable rhythm section. I like the melody of the former song while I prefer the lyrics to the latter which is also a little Beatlesque if you ask me. "Beat Box Car" features Mel Collins on sax in a great sounding song. "Truth Is" has Mel on flute this time in this haunting tune. The next song with the long title is experimental sounding with samples while a rhythm is created by the percussion.The last song "&" has some more great unique guitar and outstanding drumming.

This is highly recommended, an enjoyable listen !