they've definitely become my favorite
band.
though they've changed a fucking lot over the years. they have a different style nowadays, definitely more radio-friendly and definitely more tom-waits-cabaret, theatrical, and much more upbeat. i don't like it as much, but it's awesome that they managed to change their style completely yet still manage to be a good band.
even their "throwaway songs" that never made it onto an album are better than the music most bands shit out at their best!
just sayin'