WHEN THINGS GET ELECTRIC

Kerry's return to focused music with more substance. This realease is all instrumental - it makes it easier to stay focused on the core of the things without vocals or melody dominance. Every single track is worth listening to and it can reveal more shifts upon subsequent listenings.

On the other hand, the album is marred by obsolete and cheap-sounding electronic synths and drumming patterns - this is a debt to Kerry Livgren performing on all instruments. The sound diminishes the compositional quality by one star at least. I recommend this album for all Kansas fans for non-essential moments when music is supposed to be heard in the background.