This is definetly not hte caliber of the s/t album...it's a whole lot better. The first album with new guitarist Tony, OutOf The Vein delivers classic 3eb lyrics with amazing music that is innovative and original. I do not not like any song on this cd.
The lyrics are Stephen Jenkins best; sung passionately with melodies that run circles are the listener's ears. Most of the album is linked with hes relationship and break up with super-star actress Charlize Theron, which make the lyrics extermely relevant and personal.
The guitars aren't as heavy and sharp as the previous two albums, but the warm sound from Tony's guitars mesh will with the mind bogglign riffs he composes. That's not to say the album doesn't get as heavy as parts of Blue and the s/t. Faster, Danger, My Hit and Run, and Company rock just as hard as any previous 3eb ever heard.
This album has been playing on my itunes and in my car for about 3 years now, and i have not grown tired of it yet. I recommend for any musician who appreciates music, or for casual listeners who need somethign personal to listen to. This album is great.
