Conveying more advice from A PHP, You emerges thematically as the third part in the Radio Gnome Invisible series, although it's not titled as such. Overall a fair release, the album seems somewhat poorly planned and insubstantial, with brief tunes punctuated by several long jams. Guitarist Steve... [+] Expand

Conveying more advice from A PHP, You emerges thematically as the third part in the Radio Gnome Invisible series, although it's not titled as such. Overall a fair release, the album seems somewhat poorly planned and insubstantial, with brief tunes punctuated by several long jams. Guitarist Steve Hillage's role in Gong had become quite prominent, to the point of overshadowing founding member Daevid Allen. You marks Allen's last stand with the band, at least until his quasi-return many years later. The album opens with three light, ethereal pieces. Among the short tunes, "Perfect Mystery" is the standout, a fun but very advanced, jazz-oriented composition. The lengthy, epic-like structures on the album are generally solid (though at times uninspired), jazz-tinged progressive rockers, with the instrumental "Isle of Everywhere" taking top billing. Each piece features Pierre Moerlen's hot percussion, and each bandmember steps up front at one time or another. The awkward moments occur in the final cut, the jazzy "You Never Blow Yer Trip Forever." At times early in the song, Allen's vocal presentation and lyrics seem at odds with music which dares to outdate him, but at the same time makes for some of the most progressive music on the recording. [This version of the album includes bonus material.] ~ David Ross Smith, All Music Guide [-] Collapse

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