The Power Station Review

04/22/2005 4:35 AM, AMG


Under the direction of guitarist Andy Taylor, the Power Station is an attempt to break free from the constraints of Duran Duran's polished synth-pop, adding elements of funk, courtesy of Chic drummer Tony Thompson, as well as straightahead hard rock, courtesy of vocalist Robert Palmer. Everything is polished with a glossy sheen, which makes the record sound quite similar to Duran Duran, although with out their sense of popcraft. Only the cover of T. Rex's "Bang A Gong (Get It On)" and the single "Some Like It Hot" work up enough energy to make them memorable, but most of the album falls flat. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide