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Transportation

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This is one of the best albums ever. What music is on one of the best albums ever you might ask? Well, it is a mix of New Wave, Classical (piano) and Orchestral music. Listening to this album is like being on a grand concert. The man is very talented in both composing and playing. And Steve Howe is the guest star!!! If you are still not convinced, buy it and see (hear) for yourself!!!

This is Billy's first solo effort, although most would agree a lot of what everybody liked about Ultravox was also Billy's solo effort. Currie seems to take a bit of departure on this CD...the songs have a little more "funk" in them if you will and no vocals. Airlift and Transportation are the obvious picks, but Traveler is a great song, and Rakaia River is simply incredible. India is one of those classic building songs that rewards you in the end.

Transportation :: Originally released in 1988 & Billy Currie's first solo effort, this album has been knowingly and lovingly crafted, taking on a strong theatrical stance.

"Transportation" sums up the whole record - it's vast, majestic, wild and remote. Billy plays the piano with incredible intent here, creating phrases which contrast later with the more subtle parts of the track. An incredible journey, true of the whole album and not just its title track, with some stunning guitar parts courtesy of guest Steve Howe [Yes]. Listen carefully as "Transportation" resolves with a short violin section and you will hear "The Ascent." Ultravox continue to stir the undercurrent of some fast moving waters - Billy's loving relationship with the keys during "Rackaia River" at one point contain traces of "Astradyne."

"Perfect Flight" oozes pure passion - the whole feel of this track has an underlying sexy connotation, and its soulful presence sits well in a swanky New York cocktail bar.

Every track on here shimmers with artistic richness resulting in a work that's both eccentric and adventurous.

Some would say it's extreme, in that it can push the boundary of every musical continent, but I urge you to go the distance - it actually makes for a very workable and memorable round trip.

A wondeful example of one of the souls of Ultravox. I bought this CD and continue to play it. Wondeful sound and atmospheres. The track no. 5 is the top. Compliments to the artist Billy Currie.