I listened to it, maybe three times all through...I can't say I was overly impressed with much of it, it was rather plain or mediocre to be honest. They're a mainstream Metal band with little originality to them. They band is comprised of more than capable musicians, but I've always had the opinion that they're just okay, I can stand to listen to them on occasion, and I've seen them live only once...good stage presence for sure, I enjoyed them live.
Anyway...yeah, mediocre album, and no, it is not because Joey got the boot from the band and is no longer their drummer. Slipknot has never put out an overly impressive album.
If I had to pick a favorite track out of the bunch, since I am a big fan of the melodic side of Metal, it'd be Killpop.
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