First for me never owned a Waits album, clever lyrics and good tunes combine with his unmusical raw vocals giving 6 fine tracks out of 9.
From the opening title track -Heartattack & Vine, then an instrumental surprise - In Shades on to my favorites of Jersey Girl & 'Til The Money Runs Out, really an enjoyable listen, good songs!
Then the last 3 tracks include over the top orchestral arrangements, spoiling the album in my opinion!
Overall not bad start, poor ending my rating only 3.50.