I was a bit shocked to see some things different in the way Linkin Park had done based on their past albums, but it was a nice surprise for me. I kept an open mind despite some negative reviews and found myself listening to the whole album, loving most of it. I definately give them props for triyng something new despite how older fans might feel about it. I thought they still kept their edge, not on the whole album, but a good bit of the songs. I loved Shadow of the Day, and Hands held, one of their most different songs they have done but I personaly loved them.