Reviewed by Ben Lloyd

Marking the end of their five year break from recording, "I Don't Know Why" opens this sixth Paul Colman Trio in powerful rhythmic style, marking a highlight of 'Return' and promising an audio treat for the listener. "Show Me The Real You" is a similarly pop-infused yet contemplative track, detailing the quest for God's guidance through life. "World You're Living In" is a skilful blend of social commentary and upbeat pop, managing to discuss real-world disappointments and problems without being morbid or depressing, definitely another high point of 'Return'. "Wannabe" sounds as though it owes some of it's musical inspiration to Aerosmith thanks to it's clunking guitar work, raspy vocals, squealing guitar solo but PC3 go further by offering intelligent lyrics too. External influence can also be heard on "Salt Of The Earth" with The Edge-influenced guitar work. Weaker tracks include "5's & 6's", chronicling a relationship breakdown, and "Judge Judy", a two-minute nonsense ballad about the eponymous American adjudicator. Overall though, this album is a most welcome return for the Australian pioneers.