In this episode of Riff Worship, we dive deep into the origin story and explosive impact of The Dillinger Escape Plan’s 1999 debut full-length, Calculating Infinity!
Born out of the ashes of the New Jersey band Arcane, Dillinger set out to create something deliberately alienating and strange by blending elements of free-jazz, progressive metal, and new-school hardcore.
We explore the challenging and tragic circumstances that shaped the record, including the sudden departure of key members, Ben Weinman tackling nearly all the guitars and bass arrangements himself, Chris Pennie pushing his drumming to inhuman speeds and skill, and the 14-day recording sessions at Trax East with producer Steve Evetts.
From setlist staples like “Sugar Coated Sour” and “43% Burnt” to the wildly experimental “4th Grade Dropout,” please join us in celebrating a metalcore classic!
Recommendations:
The Dillinger Escape Plan - Irony Is a Dead Scene
Crouch - Breaking The Catatonic State
Convicted - No Compassion No Remorse
Double Crossed - Your Attitude Bites
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