Thought "White Noise" by Don Dellilo was average. What am I missing?

I've been looking to read more modern, living writers and Don Dellilo came up often on this subreddit. But after reading "White Noise," I feel disappointed. It was funny only in parts -- even then, I never once laughed out loud -- and though some of the philosophical musings on death, fear, and consumerism were expansive and interesting, nothing in the book felt mind-blowing.

What did I miss? If I were to reread it, what should I look for? Have you found any good articles / analyses (I enjoyed this one) that make the work more enjoyable?

Thanks!