Fourth studio album and their first in five years for Shai Hulud that sees them team up with original singer Chad Gilbert who not only handles production duties but also steps back into the frontman role as well. Imediately one is going to draw comparisons to their landmark debut release ''Hearts Once Nourished with Hope and Compassion", but in reality it would be near impossible for any band to replicate that piece of brilliance. While Gilbert's vocals sound not too different to what you would expect, the songwriting just doesn't have the same appeal and catchiness. But by no means is this a flop, this is far better than previous effort "Misanthropy Pure". Grows more with each listen.