The US band’s second album from 1983 was a definite improvement on the previous year’s debut. More MTV metal than AOR, it’s a highly polished commercial set with plenty of catchy melodies and even more widdly widdly guitar.

"Why Does Love Have To Change" is a standout, and the ballad "Sister Christian" (not a religious track) a single. Brad Gillis and Jeff Watson share guitars, and bassist Jack Blades and drummer Kelly Keagy share lead vocals, and Alan Gerald’s keyboards fit in well.

This is prime period MTV material at the better end. Well packaged and quite enjoyable.

***½

Review by Joe Geesin

***** Out of this world | **** Pretty damn fine |
*** OK, approach with caution unless you are a fan |
** Instant bargain bin fodder | * Ugly. Just ugly