Not to be confused with the more theatrical band who released the 'Fantasy' opus, these guys are more middle of the road pomp rock from Sweden - big choruses, lush instrumentation, and crisp production enable the bands big ballads and hair metal heartbeats to rise above the norm. Amazingly these guys are still rockin,' and one can't help be moved by the effective if formulaic vocals of Jim Jidhed who provides wondrous melody with songs such as 'Brave New World' and floaty ballad 'Tears Don't Put Out The Fire' with its haze of synth and crisp guitar. Nice on the ears, and perfect for that late '80s scene which spawned the likes of Kingdom Come and slightly more pompous, cotton-candy bands, but I can't knock them for their cushioned sound. A good all rounder this one for fans of big harmonies and perfumed melody.
7/10
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