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Review by joolz published

"An ambitious concept album documenting an alternative view of some biblical stories full of interesting and inventive music. Minimalist guitar lines and new-age synth figures form a musical stage for Cornwell's familiar voice, often delivered in a semi-sung fashion. This is all underpinned by the band's trademark grumbling basslines and forceful drumming that bears heavily on 'tribal' kicks & toms rather than conventional patterns with snares. You'll find a number of unusual time signatures too.

It's certainly different, and very inventive. Back in 1981 this was an often played favourite of mine, but it's 80s new-wave values feel somewhat dated now. Worth investigating if only for the excellent 'Just Like Nothing On Earth' and Cornwell's alternative Lord's Prayer in 'Hallow To Our Men'."

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