I really like this band but not from a song stand point but from a sonic one. I enjoy the soundscapes they create together much more than individual songs they write. With that being said I do enjoy their singles like "Jane Says" or "Been Caught Stealing" very much. On the bands latest album they seem to be looking for a hit instead of just creating music. I also hear this album as more towards Perry Farrell's baby than a group or duet collaboration with Dave Navarro. I find it sounds more like a Porno For Pyro's than Jane's Addiction.
I do find many strong songs here but as far as an album it doesn't have the grit that Strays did and it is easily a better record than Dave's awful band The Panic Channel's (ONe) or Perry's Satellite Party albums. If you are looking for the first two or three records this will not satisfy your thirst at all. If you want a middle aged Jane who's more introspective, satisfied and serene then this album can fill your needs. Overall it's a solid record but more of a song oriented creation and less of a large sonic sound storm.
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