This release marks a step-by-step degression in the quality of Phil Collins albums. Dance Into The Light, while fun, isn’t on par with Both Sides. Testify; the title track of which suggests a romantic, not religious, undertone; is even lower on the scale.
You might not realize that by listening to the first song; Wake Up Call; with its boosty bassline and inspirational message. It’s one of two notable cuts on an album of mostly spiritless sleepers. It seems Phil Collins has simply lost his knack for melody.
my rating : 3 of 5
2002