Former USA and NETWORK vocalist Larry Baud returned from exile to front RED DAWN following Mitch Malloy's original tenure in the role.

Formed by erstwhile RAINBOW keyboard player David Rosenthal (who produced the album), RED DAWN were originally signed to Toshiba-EMI, the record being released in Japan first before Now And Then negotiated to issue the album in Europe.

The RAINBOW connection is strengthened by the addition of Blackmore refugees drummer Chuck Burgi and bassist Greg Smith. This rhythm section also held prior credentials with BLUE ÖYSTER CULT with Smith also having ties to the ALICE COOPER band.