One of the great rock album intros surely. The five minute Overture is over the top, dramatic and wonderful. By the time we get to 1921 I'm already entranced. Really good use of overdubs on the vocals and the backing piano is perfect. The tracks unfold like parts of a suite, at times blending one into the next. Melodies and piercing, layered vocals are the constant, everything supported by relentless drumming. Christmas stands out, an introspective moment enhanced by the pounding drums. The long instrumental Underture closes the second side, tension building throughout. Pinball Wizard is still as good as ever, jangly rhythm guitar and the buzzsaw-like lead. Go To The Mirro is great too. You need a bit of endurance to get through this one but the audacity of it has to earn top marks.