If it's good, then yeah sure. If it's not so good, then honestly it wouldn't bum me out that much. I think it's more important for them to be happy than for them to preserve or salvage the brand, I don't care about that stuff very much. They'll always have what they already have.
Ideally though, if they can have some earthier production, some tighter lyrics, and more of a full-band collaborative feel then I think I could dig it. What hasn't worked for me is when Stevie tries to be Chris, when Lindsey goes crazy with his toys, when they calculate too much. A modern classic would be great, but a listenable, respectable effort would be good enough.
I can tell you I am 90% more interested in a new album with Chris around.
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