The Tubes United States

"Tubes were punk in the same way as The Stranglers - riding on the crest of the movement, with a healthy aggression and disdain for convention, yet with an artistic sensibility and musical intelligence that took them far beyond the realm of other art rockers like early Roxy Music and Alice Cooper.

Whatever you want to call them, their early music was littered with strong Prog pointers - eclectic song writing, progressive structures, inventive arrangements that constantly change shape, a willingness to experiment, use of 'non-rock' instruments like brass, and excellent musicianship. None more so than on this brilliant first album, which shows the band hitting the ground running with a number of classics showing a mature grasp of their craft.

Most tracks here will satisfy a Proghead who also likes classic art rock and musical satire. From the striking overture style opener 'Up From The Deep' through to the enduring standard 'White Punks On Dope', this is an exciting roller coaster ride. Highly recommended."