From here comes a string of similarly rocking songs. 'Communication' is the first of these, followed by 'Taste It'. This sexual vibe- another feature of INXS- continues well into the next song 'Not Enough Time'. This song is a really good example of how to capture a mood. Everything about it- the lyrics, the beat, the sound, the vocals- gives off an erotic feel.
When INXS is in this charged mood they seem to be at the best. The sole exception to this would be 'Beautiful Girl', the only attempt the band makes at a ballad. It starts with a child-like piano introduction, and, though rather cliched, is a good song nonetheless.
In contrast, however, is 'Men and Women', the closing track of Welcome to Wherever You Are. It plods along, with some half-hearted guitar and an orchestra in the background. It tries, and fails, to produce an atmosphere along the lines of 'Not Enough Time'.
This aberration aside, Welcome to Wherever You Are is a good album, though it lacks the quality or sophistication to pretend to be anything greater. Nevertheless there is a certain feel and energy about both band and album which shows just why INXS have so many fans.
RATING: 7.5
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