Title: The slow-motion decline of B&S continues
Review: Once again, as with "Jonathan David," we hear the band going through the motions. The first two songs show a newfound and inexplicable affection for brassy George Formby English dancehall songs. The music is a poor fit with B&S, and the lyrics are not worthy of them; the songs tell no story, set no mood... in fact, they don't do much of anything, other than show the dangers of misguided experimentation.On the third song, "Marx and Engels," as on "Jonathan David"'s "Take This Carriage Clock..." we get a hint of the old, pre-compromise B&S: literate lyrics melded with a catchy melody and sterling musicianship. It's a shame this isn't enough for them anymore. Apparently, Stuart is bored; perhaps he, and the band, should call it a day.
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