Fantastic Planet Revisited cover

Released 30 years ago

Fantastic Planet Revisited

DIN · 1996

63 min · 12 tracks

A chaotic blend of industrial noise and punk energy, exploring dystopian themes through aggressive yet melodic soundscapes.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Fantastic Planet — This title track encapsulates the album's core themes of existential dread and surrealism, featuring intricate instrumentation layered over haunting vocals.
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    Stab — Opening with aggressive beats and jagged guitar riffs, this track exemplifies DIN's ability to marry intensity with melody, making it a standout moment on the album.
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    Clown Suit — Through its frenetic pace and sharp lyrics, this song critiques societal norms while showcasing the band's lyrical wit and musical prowess.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with climactic moments
  • bold sound for energetic sessions
  • provocative themes for critical listening
  • layered details for headphone immersion

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 2, 1996, 'Fantastic Planet Revisited' marked DIN's emergence as a prominent act in the Canadian industrial scene, following their debut album. This release illustrated their transition into more complex arrangements and deeper thematic explorations, solidifying their place within the genre during a period of increasing popularity for alternative music.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Stab 6:33
  • 2 Travesty 4:32
  • 3 Fantastic Planet 4:57
  • 4 Stilettodisko 5:26
  • 5 The New Age 5:10
  • 6 I've Seen It Done 4:17
  • 7 Clown Suit 4:01
  • 8 Terroreyes 4:37
  • 9 Son of Ugly 5:55
  • 10 Blutung 4:31
  • 11 Bi-Minis Megamix 7:01
  • 12 Demented 6:00

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