Ok, people who are dogging the snot out of his album, do you really expect a band NOT to change their style?  If so, go listen to Marduk, Gorgoroth, Immortal, Nevermore or some half-baked crappy bands that bring shame to metal.  Any band that has potential and wants to keep their edge and notoriety needs to experiment.  They did a beautiful job with this album, and I love every song on it.  My favorites are "Stabbing The Drama" "Nerve" and the bonus track "Wherever Thorns May Grow."  I'm not saying that those who challenge them are wrong or stupid, I'm just saying that based on your reviews, you seem to want repetition and monotony.  Sorry, but true listeners don't want that.  You may as well just buy one album and not bother buying others.  This is a must have for all metal and Soilwork fans!!!