A SONG FOR ALL SEASONS

I'm surprised that other reviewers give this album such low ratings, especially while saying that early albums by the band are better. The early albums by the band show a sound in development, and tend to be a bit on the sappy, syrup side.

With "A Song For All Seasons" the band expanded their sound, becaming fresher and stronger. There's even some electric guitar for a change, instead of the usual acoustic guitar. Using Genesis producer David Henschel was also a big plus. He encouraged the band to bring out some of their hidden energy, thus giving this often mellow band a much needed edge.

As usual, the beautiful, soaring singing of Annie Haslam is a highlight (she must possess the most gorgeous singing voice in the world!). Bassist Jon Camp sings on two songs, though She is Love is horrible (the only bad song on the album). The keyboard playing - mostly piano - of John Tout is also great. The highlights is the title track, a masterpiece.