LIVE IN AMERICA

Well, as a live album, this is nothing to write home about. I loved the first album, so I decided to get it, but it certainly had the feeling of "cashing in" about it. And the performance certainly leaves something to be desired. I, for one, enjoyed the covers, as aside from an outstanding performance of My New World, they are really the only reason for buying this album. Unlike some other reviewers, I thought they did an outstanding version of Strawberry Fields. Very nice. The end medly was okay, and I actually felt Trewavas has quite a good singing voice. The Genesis cover(s) is good, though I can't understand why they felt the need to shorten the legendary guitar solo in Firth, which I though was otherwise well played by Roine.

So, all in all, not essential at all. But if you really love this band, then I suppose it is worth owning. I rarely listen to it, but plan on keeping it around for the occasional listen.