The point that the long, convoluted narrative lines don't seamlessly transfer to the music is precisely where the strength lies, in my opinion; because it serves to create this spooky, unnerving, disquieting dissonance that immediately draws you in.
This album was one of the most rewarding listens of 2007. I found it took some time to get going, but once all the pieces of the jigsaw fell into place there was no further room for being unconvinced.
Haven't listened for a few months but as I remember, my favourite tracks were Plus Ones and A Girl In Port.
Excellent.
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