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I was a bit suprised to see that Damage Manual held it together long enough to do a second full length album. It is true that this is a "Damage Manual" album, but it's not entirely the same.

It should be noted that Jah Wobble and Geordie Walker have been replaced. Chris Connelly handles some of the guitar work, but for the most part the Bass and Guitar duties fall to Steven Seibold (previously working for Information Society of all things!)

Ironically enough, Geordie Walker's absence (due to the Killing Joke reunion) does not prevent some parts of the record from sounding like Killing Joke's lighter songs, which inadvertantly makes it sound like they could be demos from the "Murder Inc." era. This isn't a bad thing.

All in all, Connelly, Martin Atkins and Seibold hold it together well. It's a likeable album although less adventurous than the "1" EP and the Self Titled album. If the Connelly/David Bowie comparisons hold accurate, it is reasonable to assume that Damage Manual is his "Tin Machine".

Not as good as the amazing first album/ single, mainly because it lacks Wobble, nor as adventurous, but still great to listen to. A second album with all the original members was not likely but I am glad they made this sequel anyway. Chris Connely is my favourite 'industrial' vocalist, with his understated delivery and surreal lyrics. Martin Atkins drumming drives the music well, as ever.

Sounds quite a bit like Killing Joke back in the day. Not quite as good, but admirable attempt. Lyrics come off a bit cheesy at times, but they've got the driving beat & bass down.