It's an excellent album. My own personal favourite album of his is Rain Dogs (clichéd choice I know) but to me it's just perfect - but all his stuff is Gold so picking just one would be a crime
. Sadly I haven't seen him live. I missed the chance a couple of years ago when he was touring the UK (08 I believe). But I'm keeping an eye out for the next tour so I can snap a couple tickets up. Having seen quite a few live performances on youtube etc it always looks like a fun night.
Yeah there are quite a few 'stories' on his earlier albums that are very enjoyable to listen to.