With an all-star supporting cast including Rush's Alex Lifeson and bassman extraordinaire Tony Levin, Lawrence Gowan has put forth a very potent release that showcases an accessible hard rock texture. The material ranges from hard and gritty grooves to mellow and sedate, and covers most territory in between. The disc is most effective, however, on the powerfully melodic numbers. This CD may not become one of the favorites of your collection, but it will certainly entertain.