Tom Waits has had a number of undeniable classics in his 30 year career. Starting with his first album right up to his newest ("Real Gone") he has always made a point of making every recording fresh and unique... and essential. This is his apex. Where Wait's new ideas met the peak of his creativity and wit. For this price, you cannot afford to not buy this album. Classics like "Singapore," "Jockey Full of Bourbon," "Tango Till They're Sore," " Gun Street Girl," "Big Black Mariah," "Downtown Train," "Hang Down Your Head"... There does not exist a resistable tune on this album. Even if you need some time to let it grow on you, this will become one of your favourite albums.

Buy it... for $6.99 for god's sake... BUY IT!