The divas of 's stable, debuted their self-titled album for the label in 1973 before they hit the mainstream with and the following year. And, although they are so often piggybacked on that glory, it's important to remember that this remarkable trio was already established as one of the country's premier female vocal groups. With successful sides for already under their belt, found them combining their already tried and true style with 's trademark , instrumental flourish. It was a heavenly marriage that easily, and obviously, brought the band into the Top 40. With the lion's share of "good" material crowded on side one, the set is highlighted by the opening which brought the band's harmonies cascading over the opening strings before they descended into edgier waters. Following apace is a wonderful version of before closing with -- the gorgeous, breathless that nearly topped the charts in 1974. Elsewhere, the band tempers the obvious and silly with the overlooked gem The song, one of several written by bigwig , is a rough-and-tumble that heats up by merging classic '70s elements with ' ethics. Although it's ultimately patchy in places, was a fine introduction for the partnership between the band and the label that would put them on the map. A fine bridge between sugar and the sexy strings lurking in the band's future. ~ Amy Hanson