Sorry! This live celebrating the U.Heep's stuff isn't useful
Lethe | Milan, Italy | 12/12/2002
(2 out of 5 stars)
"Well after listening to discs like these, I ask myself: "Why one of my favourite bass players/vocalists of the 70's, John Wetton, is not producing anything new and interesting as well? Where is his famous inspiration, that let him produce such jewels like UK's "Danger Money" or "King Crimson's "RED"? Has He forgotten the importance of producing intelligent discs, suitable for more meditative moments or anyway standing alone against the music stereotypes of the recent times, in a resolute manner? Well honestly I think of an artist who is concentrated more on himself than on his music research ... He has produced some solo works, of which I own the only one is worth, in my opinion,that is "Arkangel"... an AOR and acoustic album, in some moments tasteful...instead this live, performed with the former member of Uriah Heep Ken Hensley, doesn't add anything new, talking about their old stuff of course("Return to fantasy", "July morning","The wizard"). Such these songs are quite well executed, but without being helped by solid new arrangements ... morover the voice of John -unfortunately- isn't equal to that one-splendid- of the 70's/early 80's (listen to UK's second album and you understand the reason why...); nevermind, if you are a fan of Uriah Heep, probably you can't stand without listening to this "memorial" tribute, otherwise perhaps you will stay somewhere else, listening to a true work in progress!!"
The resolution-Ken Hensley is back!
Bluematter | Colorado | 07/14/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Excellent live show! Ken mixes new material from his most recent release RUNNING BLIND with classic Uriah Heep. The result is a most satisfying show. Great opening instrumental from new CD flows into "Easy Living". This is followed by Return to Fantasy/July morning (A Ken Hensley Classic). By the time you hear the Wizard you are remembering the glory days of Uriah Heep. Ken's new material is great, especially the rockin' "Tell Me". This tune reminds one of the great Rock & Roll songs with Ken and David ala "Love Machine". The shows encore is "Lady in Black". If you were into early Heep this is a must addition to your collection. I also would recommend Ken's latest RUNNING BLIND-It sure feels good to hear this guy playing again. Bring the show to Colorado Ken! We have a million silver stars here to guide you with their light."
Track Listings (9) - Disc #1