Pariah was amazing. It showcases Dredg's ability to evolve. Of course it's not El Cielo. Nothing will ever be El Cielo. Ever. Just think of it this way..
Leitmotif - nu-metal Dredg with progressive leanings
El Cielo - Amazing concept album that makes me jizz my pants.
Catch Without Arms - Straight-forward and to-the-point with a theme. Just a good alternative rock album.
And finally, The Pariah, The Parrot, and the Delusion - This is Dredg's venture into more poppy themes. It's really fucking catchy and very well put. I saw like half of this album performed live, even Long Nights and Vague Clues. Amazing to see live.