Personnel:
Ian Hunter - lead vocals, backing vocals; piano on "Sweet Dreamer"
Mick Ronson - guitars, backing vocals
Pat Kilbride - bass
Tommy Mandel - keyboards
Mickey Curry - drums
Joe Cerisano - backing vocals
Carmella Long - backing vocals
Donnie Kehr - backing vocals
Robbie Alter - backing vocals
Carola Westerlund - backing vocals
Bernard Edwards - bass on "Women's Intuition"
Benny Marshall - vocals on bonus tracks
Produced at: Power Station, New York City, Bernard Edwards
Release date: ?
Running time: 71:11
Current edition: Mercury
Highest chart places: UK #72, US #157
Release date: ?
Running time: 71:11
Current edition: Mercury
Highest chart places: UK #72, US #157
Hold onto your hats, music aficionados, for we are about to embark on an electrifying journey into the heart and soul of Ian Hunter's musical resurgence. In a fortuitous twist of fate, Hunter found himself teaming up with the illustrious John Jansen, igniting a creative spark that would set his recording aspirations ablaze once again. But that's not all, folks! Brace yourselves for the triumphant reunion of Hunter and his longtime musical compadre, Mick Ronson. The dynamic duo took their newfound songs on a whirlwind tour across the vast expanse of North America, accompanied by the rock 'n' roll-stirring melodies of the Roy Young Band. Oh, the sheer excitement of it all! With a fresh arsenal of captivating tunes and a string of exhilarating live performances under their belts, The Slimmer Twins were ready to reclaim their rightful place in the musical pantheon. So, dear friends, prepare to witness the glorious resurrection of Hunter's creative genius. The stage is set, the guitars are tuned, and the magic is about to unfold. Let the music reignite your soul as The Slimmer Twins make their triumphant return!
Bob Ridge of Variety Artists pushed for the Twins to tour and informally they were HRB touring between 27 September and 4 December 1988 for sixty shows and considered naming the next record American Music, Balance and later Wish. The Canadian trio of Shawn Eisenberg on drums, bassist Pat Kilbride, and keyboardist Howard Helm backed the Twins. By early 1989 European dates were scheduled but drumming duties were completed by the addition of Londoner Steve Holley who would later figure as one of the most instrumental members of The Rant Band. The core band can be heard on The Hunter Ronson Band BBC Live in Concert.
The title of the release was an adaptation of `Why you I oughta . . . ' a comedy phrase by American wisecrackers The Three Stooges. While beginning the recording Hunter assisted Mick Jones of Foreigner on Just Wanna Hold and the song was credited to Jones, Hunter, M. Phillips, and Mick Jagger. Ian also played piano, co-produced the track, and appeared in the promo video. For the recording Holley worked with Joe Cocker so drummer Mickey Curry substituted while keyboardist Tommy Mandel joined as well.