This album isn't bad, but there are a few songs that I skip every time. The energy of The Room's Too Cold is not matched IMO, and I still see that album as superior to anything else they've done. I'll keep listening to see if it might grow on me, but I don't see this having much lasting value.

Very good album. My only quibble is that the acoustic songs (particularly 'Digital Age') ruin the momentum a bit for mine, but besides that I think it's probably the best thing they've put out.

album is fantastic. can't wait to pick it up.

Awesome album. Showcases all Ace's best talents. The guy just does not put out any bad music. The best songs on the album are as good as any they've done but I did find their slower songs a bit weaker. Not as strong as Ace's solo stuff. Also, slightly disappointed That's Not Your Real Name isn't either full band or not on the record. The only other notes (not necessarily bad things) is that Frayed In Doubt & Wearing The Tie sound very much like Starting Line/Person L songs, at least the riffs. As a collection of songs it flows really well & has a great message in the lyrics all the way through. Need more time to give a rating or where it fits in their collection but I'm hoping this means more music in the future. Top job.

It's okay, why the hype?

Originally Posted by rbf737

I'm only 7 tracks in so far but it's really strong. You never know what to expect in situations like these where you have a breakup and reunion, not to mention a strong back-catalog like TEN has to live up to; but they definitely delivered with this one.



No idea what you're talking about, sounds like Ace knows what he's doing to me. It's especially hard to take that comment seriously when you go so far as to say they sound like shit.

The snare sounds over sampled to me. I just don't really like the mix in general.

Originally Posted by whenyourearound

I noticed that on Wearing The Tie, but its probably just how the vocals sound.

The drums sound like a drum machine.

Fantastic!

I became a fan of his solo work and wasn't a big fan of TEN. This album though is awesome. It feels like a perfect combo of TEN and I Can Make a Mess. After 6 or so listens, its shot up to my top ten for sure.

Originally Posted by WakeUpBlondie

First song super boring... After that, excellen.

Crazy, that's my favorite