While there are some solid songs here ("Clandestine People" is particularly fun), this is missing a lot of vibrancy and quirkiness that made their debut album so much fun. Still, it's not that bad of a listen overall.

Some may be a little disappointed that breezy synth pop crowds out the rock elements this time out, which suggests this was more of an excuse to try to boost lead singer Dale Bozzio as a Top 40 pop artist instead of focusing on the entire band (who were talented ... read more

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MFC4AFoS

I might get some surprised reactions when i say this, but i actually liked this one more than their debut. Does it have a classic like Destination Unknown or Walkin' In L.A.? Not really, although Surrender Your Heart gets close. No, this is a very good and enjoyable new wave record with a good balance between synths and guitars.

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Vambanaga

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Track List

1	The Closer That You Get 4:48
2	Give 4:52
3	Now Is the Time (For Love) 3:38
4	Surrender Your Heart 4:20
5	Clandestine People 2:57
6	Right Now 3:28
7	All Fall Down 3:21
8	Racing Against Time 3:23
9	Waiting for a Million Years 5:22
10	If Only for the Moment 3:48