Although I do consider them a pretty good band, personally, I think they're a tad overrated.  But before people go verbally attacking me, this is just my opinion.  While they are all extremely talented musicians, I feel like some of the wankery can be a bit redundant sometimes.  Labrie's vocals tends to get on my nerves sometimes too.
There was a time I considered them one of the most amazing bands I've ever heard, but these days I'm more into the avant-garde metal and rock scene.  That said, I still like them.  Awake is an excellent album (my favorite from them).