Dissociation

Album Notes & Community Reviews

As the final studio album from The Dillinger Escape Plan, 'Dissociation' functions as a culmination of the band's career while simultaneously being one of their most experimental offerings. The record's compositions push their signature mathcore sound, built on frantic rhythms and technically complex guitar work, into new territories by incorporating pronounced jazz passages, IDM-style electronics, and orchestral string sections. Greg Puciato’s dynamic vocal performance shifts between aggressive screams and melodic singing, complementing the instrumental duality that ranges from meticulously crafted chaos to atmospheric and moody soundscapes. This synthesis of styles creates a schizophrenic yet cohesive work that serves as a definitive and multifaceted final statement for the band.