I'll admit that this album is not of a genre I usually listen to. I saw Venus in concert recently, and bought it out of curiosity. What is this person up to?First of all, almost all the numbers were familiar, as I'd heard them in a crowded auditorium after a couple of beers and in the company of dancing figures that competed for my attention, sometimes more or less successfully. In that concert though I have to admit that I missed plenty of the lyrics, which seemed complicated enough that another listening would be helpful.The production quality of the album seems immaculate to me, reminding me of David Bowie most of all. None of the songs are simple enough to feel that I 'got' all of any of them after one or two listenings. The musical work supports the lyrics with definite artistry and taste, but it's clear what the deliverable is, at least clear to me.This is poetry, some work darker than others, and a superficial understanding develops with further experience. I wish I could say exactly what I like about each song though. I'd feel more confident about this review if I did.Just the same, though I liked the performer and his unusual definition of the All The Pretty Horses group in concert, and though I like the idea that these folks are doing what they do, I don't think I could honestly call myself a fan. Whatever it is, the listening is working on me.If you've seen photos of these guys, or read of them in the press, if you are not anxious to develop respect and appreciation for what's going on here, then be warned. Listen at your own risk. If you are not sure, track down the disappearing copies of the documentary Venus Of Mars.My advice is to risk it.