This is a solid attempt by some aging rockers to still kick some ass. Really my review is a 3 1/2, but whatever. I understand that the production of this album is bad. During an interview, Slash explained that the production was done in a way that would replicate their live sound, a raw, raunchy kick in the derriere kind of sound. Wheather you like it or not, its up to you. My favorites on the album are as most, the hits "fall to pieces" and "slither". These songs show off some of the prior beauty these guys had back in the glory days of GNR and STP. These two songs in my opinion make the album worth owning. They're that good. The rest of the album is only average with some minor glimpses at genious. Overall, this is a solid effort and I would expect this group of fine talent to develop nicely within the next couple albums.