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The Plastic Revolution (by timstaump)

The Plastic Revolution has performed an album they should be proud of! "Planning for Chaos" is refreshingly original. Throughout the entire album everything felt very precise, and at the same time not overly perfected. Each song felt like it should have been there. The only thing that was at times distracting, were the synthesized beats throughout the album. There were moments when those beats were very reminiscent of the Disney Parade of Lights. On the other hand, the way those same beats tied every song together seemed to work very well. It felt very natural to listen to the whole album all the way through.

Every song had an interesting structure that was not your typical phrasing. It was surprising to the listener without being confusing. Lyrically, the album was complex and poetic. When reading through the lyrics, one may think the songs to be too wordy. However, Jake Skolnick somehow makes it work, and you never feel bomb barded with too many words. There were moments when the meaning of a song was vague, but the emotion within the instrumentation usually helped guide the listener to an understanding of the lyrics.

Another aspect of the album that was captivating, were the vocals. Whether one likes the voice, or not, it was certainly memorable. There is no doubt that energy fills every word. Throughout the album the listener encounters several types of voices from the same singer, Jake Skolnick. Some of these voices were better than others, but overall, it helped with grabbing the listener's attention. You never knew which voice you'd hear next.

The strongest song on the album was "At the Top". It felt the most profound. There are a whirlwind of feelings that arise while listening to this song. It was instantly ingrained as a memory, and was filled with intensity.

The Aztec Anthem was also a great song. It was not one of the more lyrically intricate, but the placement and feel of the song was a perfect addition to the album. It provided a necessary release from the intensity that surrounded it.

Overall the Plastic Revolution preformed an entertaining, emotionally intense, original, and unforgettable album. Any listener would feel that the musicians gave 100% of themselves to every song. These songs will easily get stuck in your mind, and you will find yourself humming the Plastic Revolution's tunes. Every song had a memorable lick that hooked the ear. Check out "Planning for Chaos," and you won't be disappointed!