I honestly don't know HOW I missed this thread. Especially since my name has been called out on it a few times already. I had a bit of a thread around here somewhere and a post where I listed out all the albums, which would need to be seriously updated now.
FOUND IT! Quite a lengthy discussion here. And indeed needs to be updated. It may help you if you are seriously looking to understand or at least appreciate the qualities of PT.
http://www.japansylvian.com/forum/viewt ... ?p=113#113
Deadwing commercial? Certainly not judging by it's sales (or lack of). Musically speaking, not by a long shot. You and I may have differing opinions on the term 'commercial'. PT might not be your cup of tea, which is certainly your right, but to judge them by one or two albums would be like judging Japan or Sylvian by the first couple albums. PT change their sound quite often yet retain a very distictive overall sound all of their own.
There is something very 'special' about this band. The emotional feel, musical quality, diversification, the melodies, progressions, etc. The thing with music like theirs is it includes a little bit for everyone. Maybe it's not something that everyone would like overall, but people I've met like
something in it, possibly a song or two, if not outright love it.
If given the chance, you may find it to be a very rewarding experience. Otherwise, consider your bank account saved and don't feel bad if you don't 'get it'!
Enjoy!
Trust the proggrl.