And Calvert's vocals are at their urgent best. Although the electronics are still a dominant presence in the sound, the emphasis is shifting here to a purer form of rock 'n' roll. This time, the space rock gets a Native American influence, adding a softly tribal quality to the band's powerful dynamics. However, the pruning down of personnel results in a lusher sound. Guitars, electronics, drums and bass meld into a cohesion even crisper than Hawkfans had previously experienced.
Vocals become layered and phase shifted.
The songs begin to consciously allot time for instrumental riffs that explode with sonic force and demanding guitar strength. The electronics are hardly the only instrument to shine here, for the blend of rhythmics and searing guitar add thrillingly to the ecstatic music. Although many of the songs rock out, the general flavor of tranciness is the keynote throughout. The pieces shine with captivating tempos and hypnotic melodies, making this truly one of Hawkwind's finest releases. The tone of the tuneage has returned once more to space rock.