Steep decline
Although not the self parody that Essence was, WWT continues the steep decline in William's music. Although her increased production (2 albums in 3 years) may be good financially, as an artist Williams may actually need the five year gestation period that produced Car Wheels. Although still a distinctive vocalist, the music has drifted from a uniquely personal blues style to generic rock and country-- and there are at least two songs (Sweet Side and American Dream) that are the worst songs ANYONE has ever written. Bottom line is: buy the old records.