Not that this will change anyone's mind about the music on 'Freak In' -- and not that I particularly care to do so, since everyone's got their own take, clearly -- all I'll add is that if anyone wants to read the official (and untruncated) RCA press bio in which Dave clearly articulates his goals, means and methods used in constructing the album, I'll be happy to forward it. I reiterate that 'Freak In' remains one of my absolute favorite of Dave's records, and agree with Skip that Miles's 'Decoy' provides a key for some of it. So do 'OK Computer' and 'Vespertine.' But I don't think there's anything "wrong" with not liking it. Lots of people here and elsewhere don't. Me, I'm eager to hear the septet play live on Sunday night, to hear how the music has further evolved. Steve Smith ssmith36@sprynet.com