All I can say is, this is a great album on its own.

But as a follow up to Birthing the Giant?

It's average at best.

I was quite disappointed while at the same time enjoying it.

Harem of Scorpions with Tim McIlrath, Hail Destroyer and Smiling Politely are the best for me.

Took a few listens to get into I must say, and even then, there are some weaker tracks. The lyrics in Pray For Darkness I'm not too keen on, and Lucifer's Rocking Chair is... alright. Whereas, on Birthing The Giant, there isn't a weak track.