Reviewed by James Stewart

Having won themselves a large fan base from non-stop touring over the past seven years, Vigilantes Of Love have decided that the time has come to cut all ties with record labels and start afresh.  This album is the band's first release since that decision, and what a gem it is.  Obviously influenced by the alternative country movement (Victoria Williams, Son Volt, Whiskeytown) in the States, the band have gone for a more organic sound, more akin to their 1992 release, 'Killing Floor', than to last year's 'Slow Dark Train', with mandolin, pedal steel and second guitar ably handled by Kenny Hutson.  The title track sends tingles down the spine, with the wonderful pedal steel sounds, while the rockers are infectious and Mallonee's lyrics are as beautifully incisive as ever.  Like Victoria Williams, Vigilantes Of Love are one of those bands who seem to get critical praise but little recognition.  If you want some raw, honest rock, get this album

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