Mick Karn released his first solo album ‘Titles’ on November 2, 1982. After the split of Japan he ventured away from the Asian influence predominantly used by Japan to that of Africa and the Middle East, a perfect example being the exotic “Saviour, Are You With Me”. Always innovative and individualistic as a bass player he took to various woodwind and brass instruments like clarinet and bassoon to augment a truly expressive album.
The album contains compositions by Karn, giving his bass ample room to breathe. The result is enchanting, melancholy and at times moving. I love the album. The additional instruments are original and unique. The album is a universe in its own. The repetitive nature give the songs a hallucinating quality. All of side A is beautiful, different and only heard on this album.