It's fair to consider it a minor episode in his discography; after all, it certainly pales in comparison to both the two perfect previous albums and the two stunning records that followed it. In short, it's a bit squashed between giants. However, I like it; it's a nice little record: sunny, vibrant, carefree, optimistic, light but with Morrison's R&B/Soul songwriting that never fails to be enjoyable and of high quality. There are indeed some beautiful songs, and how! ("Street Choir," "I've Been Working," "Gypsy Queen," "Sweet Jennie," and "Call Me Up in Dreamland," while not among his essential masterpieces, are all lovely songs). Then there are the two best tracks: "Domino" and my favorite, "Virgo Clowns"—the only two from this album that I would include in a hypothetical "Best Of" that I would create. It's a perfect record for a light yet quality listen.
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