 The lineup of the Kinks would be trimmed down significantly in 1977 following the album's release, as the brass section and backup singers were removed and the band returned to a standard rock band outfit.It was their first album for the Arista label.Despite their success with the hit singles "Lola" and "Apeman" in 1970, the Kinks had less and less commercial success throughout the 1970s, largely attributed to bandleader Ray Davies's shift toward concept albums and a theatrical sound for the band.