One critic wrote a review saying that the new album is a "natural progression" for the band. I think that statement is pretty accurate. They're always evolving and often step outside of their comfort zone.
I agree, I mean. I wouldn't be as big of a fan had they released the same sound over and over again. But having said that, I could do without the "
Cinnamon" track. Seriously. Calling this song the "
Sour Girl" of the album is an insult to "
Sour Girl." Hahaha -- I'm just saying! Joking aside, regardless of my little war with the "
Cinnamon" single. I'm just really blown away by this record, it truly is a
'natural progression' for the band in general and I couldn't imagine anything else at the moment... Just very pleased that
Stone Temple Pilots are still making music to this day, and yet maintains the original lineup after all these years (unlike some bands nowadays).