Although not a debut album this is probably going to be remembered as the one that really saw Vast burst out into the rock scene big time.

How many people I wonder were hooked after seeing the video and hearing the first single 'Free' from this album? I know I certainly went out the following day to try to purchase the album only to find it wasn't yet released. A short while later it was in the shops and storming up the sales charts.

A lot of thought has gone into this album to make sure that this time around the band succeeds to hit the right audience. By the high quality of the songs it appears that hard work and a bit of polish has helped to produce this fine offering.

If I had to pin down the sound of the band I would have to say that in parts it reminds me of The Smiths, U2 and Depeche Mode.

There's plenty of tracks on this album that would appeal to the clubs and airways and I'm sure we will see a succession of tracks released as singles. If you liked the sound of 'Free' then check out 'The Gates of Rock N' Roll'. 'I don't have Anything' is one of my personal favourites. I imagine the fans of Vast will be individuals who don't run with the pack and follow that weeks trend. Instead I see them as largely being over 25 and old enough to appreciate a good song. The use of the Bombay Recording Orchestra and the Theatre of Voices is what takes this album one step closer than all the others to being remembered as a classic.