Like The Basement Tapes or Music From Big Pink, where by transplanting yourself to this unique location it creates a special sound.

"[3] As of 2010, David McComb's parents still owned the property; his ashes were scattered in the pine grove there.

The reissue by Domino Records released in February 2007 included three additional songs that had previously been held over for Calenture: "Trick Of The Light", "Blinder By The Hour" and "Jerdacuttup Man".

AllMusic said, "The stripped-down, communal feel of this record beautifully captures the essence of the Triffids' folk- and country-influenced rock and underscores frontman David McComb's musical and lyrical talent for translating the isolated mental and physical landscapes of western Australia.

"[11] Mat Snow claimed it was, "probably the best Australian country and western album ever made, though the competition can hardly be called stiff.