I think its special. Not every track, but the best tracks are sublime IMO. When I first heard "I hope there's someone" on 6music whilst at work I didnt really pay much attention but slowly realised it was moving me emotionally without evening listening. Having then concentrated I was really taken.

I assumed Antony was a heavyweight african american blues singer judging by that track. I did a little research and was surprised to find Antony is a white transexual New Yorker. I bought the album and felt compelled to see them at QEH for their single UK tour date, but was totally sold out (apparently much to the surprise of QEH) turns out they have a substantial following around the world.

Fortunately they are doing more UK dates due to demand in June. Lou Reed commented he was moved to tears seeing them live.