's fourth album, , doesn't tamper with his hitmaking blueprint at all. Essentially, it follows the same pattern as its three predecessor, relying equally on heart-tugging and clean, up-tempo neo- and . Occasionally, the material is below par and 's delivery doesn't quite save the weaker songs, yet the best moments of are among his greatest, blending well-written songs with crisp production and assured singing. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine