I havent liked their past few records. They always change with what popular in metal. Their first 2 records are amazing. Im thinking this one will be also.
The burning red had some good songs, but it was released during the Nu-Metal era and you can certainly tell. Rappy type vocals and pretty basic riffs. There were still some good songs on it. They continued to follow trends for every record.
Thats not exactly a respectable thing to do.
I have to say this... Machine Head is one bad-ass enduring band. You can usually tell when they go along with the time's sound. Even when that isn't the greatest sound, they come out putting a kick-ass twist on it. Definitely one of the bands I've liked for a while!