Yes, the collaboration of Neil Gaiman's storytelling with Kyle Cassidy's photography and Ben Folds' production and arrangements makes for a much "fuller" record than the usual raw Dresden Dolls fare. The introduction of an orchestra is magnificent.

Fans will not be disappointed; the dark lyrics are still present, particularly in Runs In The Family and Oasis, but there is definitely a more experimental side to this record; with What's the Use of Wond'rin? and I Google You reminiscent of The Sound of Music and Frank Sinatra, respectively.

Standout tracks: Blake Says, Astronaut, Oasis, Leeds United, Runs in the Family.

If/when my giant package of swag arrives I'll fill you in on the score. As more and more people start to illegally download music, musicians are going to have to start thinking about how to "add value" to music in order to convince people to spend money on it.