I'm still deciding how I truly feel about this record. My initial reaction was utter discontent, but reading more press/interviews and repeated listens are making me tolerate it a bit more.

That said, a record you can tolerate isn't exactly high praise. And while I'm generally in the "haven't really loved an album since GT" camp, I will continue to check out and support what they do, if only because

a) as one of the most important bands in my life, they've earned my attention, and

b) not all art is supposed to instantly resonate with you. There have been many albums that have permanent spots in my highest ranking that I initially hated.