So I just listened to the album, and……

It’s definitely darker, slower, and less radio-friendly than expected, but it was pretty good. I still don’t think it tops The Fame Monster, but I’ll give it a couple of more listens. I give it a 80% on the first listen. But even though I do like it, I don’t think it’s as “AMAZING, ALBUM OF THE CENTURY, SECOND COMING” as she and everyone made it out to be…

My standout tracks are: Marry The Night, Gov. Hooker, Scheiße, and Heavy Metal Lover

Onto to Bon Iver now!