THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN · Option Paralysis | GOLD/BLACK MARBLED LP

Gold and black marbled vinyl in standard cover with printed inner sleeve.

Limited edition.

Background information about 'Option Paralysis'

The Dillinger Escape Plan's third studio album "Option Paralysis" stands as a testament to the band's relentless pursuit of musical extremity and technical prowess. Released in 2010, this record finds the New Jersey mathcore pioneers at their most uncompromising, delivering a sonic assault that's both brutally heavy and surprisingly melodic. The album showcases the band's ability to seamlessly blend crushing metalcore passages with moments of unexpected beauty, creating a listening experience that's as emotionally devastating as it is technically impressive. Tracks like "Farewell, Mona Lisa" and "Widower" demonstrate the group's mastery of dynamic shifts, moving from delicate, almost vulnerable passages to explosive bursts of controlled chaos.

The production on "Option Paralysis" perfectly captures the band's manic energy while maintaining clarity in even the most complex passages. Greg Puciato's vocal performance is particularly noteworthy, ranging from haunting clean vocals to throat-shredding screams that perfectly complement the instrumental mayhem. The rhythm section of Liam Wilson and Chris Pennie provides an unshakeable foundation for Ben Weinman's intricate guitar work, creating a sound that's both mathematically precise and emotionally raw. This album represents The Dillinger Escape Plan at their creative peak, pushing the boundaries of what heavy music can achieve.

For fans of: Converge, Botch, Refused, The Mars Volta and Meshuggah

Track listing

A1. Farewell, Mona Lisa
A2. Good Neighbor
A3. Gold Teeth On A Bum
A4. Crystal Morning
A5. Endless Endings
B1. Widower
B2. Room Full Of Eyes
B3. Chinese Whispers
B4. I Wouldn't If You Didn't
B5. Parasitic Twins

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