sorry I started this thread on such a downer note. the price just threw me when I went to pre-order. i purchased it the next day, like I've bought every release by the band and all their solo projects. and when the boys come to town i always shell out for whatever i can from the merch table that i don't already own. i even forgot i bought Steve's moms book a few years ago until i stumbled upon it the other day. the wallet's just gotten a little leaner the past few years. i've dropped plenty of bands and musicians from the "must buy everything" list. not these guys. next time i'll "accentuate the positive"(holy crap! A Film by Steve Kilbey!).