The third LP by Sparks was 'Kimono My House', which was their commercial breakthrough, preceded by the single 'This Town Ain't Big Enough For The Both Of Us', which reached no 4 in the UK charts. Ron and Russell Mael relocated to the UK in 1973, leaving behind the band that had made their first two LPs, and recruiting British musicians to play guitar, bass and drums. The resulting LP, produced by Muff Winwood, is heavily influenced by the UK glam rock scene of the time, with heavy bass and drums reminiscent of The Sweet and The Glitter Band, but also with their musical and music hall influences. The second single, 'Amateur Hour' was also a hit in the UK. If you're of a certain age, like me, it will be the first time you heard them, and of you're inclined to the more esoteric side of music, they've probably stayed with you since.