This was Troy's debut solo album. Virginia provided vocals on the track Lifeline and flute on the track Love Is....

Lifeline had previously been released on Troy Tate's debut 10" EP Lifeline (Hold On To That) also released on the Why-Fi label. Love Is... was released as a single in June 1983.

Lifeline recorded at Rockfield Studios August 1981. Love Is... recorded at Elephant Studio.

This album also featured Nicky Holland who, of course, had been part of The Ravishing Beauties alongside Virginia.