The record opens with a satisfyingly dreamy, otherworldly tone that recalls post-Barrett Pink Floyd. Guitarist John Baxter's talent becomes apparent with his tasteful, Hendrix-inspired intro for "Pay My Dues." Songs go from boogie rock to the crossroads of late-'60s garage and early-'70s hard rock to a moody, melancholy piece with a light psychedelic soundtrack and an Ozzy-like lyrical honesty. But the whole album seems like a warm-up when the awesome title track appears, a wobble-inducing Black Sabbath homage where the unit beams despite the morbid subject manner (led by Baxter, who really gives Tony Iommi a run for his money).