The soundtrack to 'Scream For Help' aside, he has spent more time of late in the producer's chair, although a live foray with the diabolical Diamanda Galas has refuelled his creative fire, it would seem. He still doesn't make things easy for himself, with a wholly instrumental offering, yet it is a tribute to his immense talent that this remains a thoroughly enjoyable aural experience.

From the opening knock-out punch of the title track Jones' twelve-string bass weaves a special magic and there are hints of the Zep majesty everywhere. 'Grind' constantly evokes the spirit of 'Immigrant Song', 'Goose' nods toward 'When The Levee Breaks' and 'Nosumi Blues' opens with the kind of blues break Page would be proud to play.

Best is the sublime build of 'The Smile Of Your Shadow', which proves that talent will always out. Very nice to have you back Mr Jones.