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There are some fine musical moments though, of which the opening and instrumental ''Spirit Of The Dance'' is one of my favourite from this offering. Very much ELP oriented, the dual keys are working remarkably. But I have always liked such a key orgy, so.

The jazzy and Gentle Giant oriented ''Little Red Fry Up'' is another story. Unless you are a deep lover of this band (which is not my case), there are little chances that you will succumb to the charm.

The only great track is the wonderful ''Joie De Vivre''. So well titled! It is a very optimistic and joyful song. Great keyboards, wonderful harmony, good violin, emotional and passionate all the way through: it got it all. It is probably my favourite ''Greenslade'' song ever. A sublime musical moment really. If ever you are somewhat depressed like I am tonight, just have a listen to this positive piece of music.

But I'm afraid that it is the only one of its kind on this work. One third ranges from very good to excellent. For sentimental reasons, I am quite moved with their cover of ''Mountain''. This brings me back to my early teens and the fabulous Woodstock event which changed my (musical) life. FYI, this track was featured on what is know as ''Woodstock II'' although the recorded track was not played at the festival.

This album is average IMO, but I can't go over two stars for it.

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