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had given themselves some big shoes to fill in the wake of their 1982
LP. It had, of course, spawned
-- one of the defining songs of the decade and indeed of the
genre. But with aplomb and finesse, the band returned the next year with
and only just missed its predecessor's number one chart position. From the opening
is a slick, smooth set dominated by some archetypal
classics.
is very typically
, with a superbly circular rhythm punctuated by bright horns. And, of course,
's vocals always keep it all together.
meanwhile, utilizes handclapping to keep the flow and is a sweet
-flavored song.
a number three
hit, sails the rails hard, complete with sound effects as
calls "all aboard." Full and textured, this song is a dark little groover, leaden without any weight at all and completed with a
subversion deep within the mix. It's the ultimate kicker for the dancefloor. Guest vocalist
is a sublime treat on the LP's closer,
a tribute to
that showcases the band in a role not often associated with them -- socially aware. Up-tempo without the over-the-top grooviness which punctuates much of
's output, it is pure inspiration and a moving moment to be sure. ~ Amy Hanson