my opinion? it's a mix of a step forward and a step back. namely, sky blue sky is the step back as it sounds just like far far away. debateable, sure. but as with any wilco album, this new one undoubtedly is one that i will have to warm up to with plenty of listens. to get picky, i noticed that lack of that beautiful vocal harmony. blah blah blah. jeff's voice is way too timid i think on this album, still beautiful though. more thoughts to come, duh.