Yes, it is predictable. Sort of the same. Sort of an effort to not be a let down. Yes it’s been long awaited and long awaited albums can be either a total disappointment or complete fabulousness. Both are ok. You got the attention.
But It’s when a long awaited album comes and goes with no one noticing it that kills the creator.

This you will notice because you will want to listen to it until it bores you. yeah yeah yeah’s are on the safe side :)