The problem with this CD is that the guys are making a very heavy handed attempt to "update" their sound into what is currently popular. Nothing wrong with maturing, but come on guys! Do you really have to imitate Alice In Chains or STP?? Please!!There are a couple of decent tracks, but when you look back at Dokken's library, there are several releases in which EVERY song is great.Luckily, Erase The Slate shows that they have realized the error of their ways! :) Too bad George is not around, though Reb does good work.Don't buy this unless you are a very diehard fan.