[2] With the departure of singer Elana Harris in 1984, Floy Joy founding members Shaun and Michael Ward continued working on material together.

After the backing tracks were recorded and the Wards returned to England, they set about looking for a new vocalist and Carroll Thompson joined the band after she was introduced to the brothers through Virgin's A&R department.

Floy Joy is the latest British act to bring together in vibrant fashion jazz, funk and rock.

The result is music that seethes with passionate passages, blending a big dance beat with strong vocal harmonies.

"[5] Greg Kennedy of the Red Deer Advocate commented: "A scorching jazz-funk-soul fusion is the house specialty for Floy Joy.