Planet of the Wolves
Guitar Wolf · 1997
37 min · 14 tracks · punk rock
A frenetic blend of punk rock energy and garage rock grit unleashes a raw, electrifying soundscape that defines Japanese rock's underground scene.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wild Zero — This track epitomizes Guitar Wolf's energetic style, combining fast-paced rhythms with an infectious chorus that showcases their unique sound.
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Kawasaki Zii750 Rock 'n' Roll — Opening with a powerful riff, this song sets the tone for the album with its high-octane delivery and serves as a tribute to motorcycle culture.
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(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction — Their cover transforms this classic into a raw punk anthem, highlighting Guitar Wolf's ability to reinterpret well-known songs through their distinctive lens.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic punk rock with distinctive elements but has some unevenness in pacing.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, maintaining this pace through the first half before introducing slower moments in the latter tracks.
- The last three tracks include a cover and two original songs that experiment with different tempos, providing a contrast to the earlier intensity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, punchy listening bursts
- high-energy driving motivation
- rebellious anthems for escapism
- wave-like pacing experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, Planet of the Wolves marked Guitar Wolf's third studio album, solidifying their status in the punk rock scene following their breakthrough with 1996's Wild Zero. At this point in their career, they were gaining international attention, particularly as part of the Japanese rock wave that began to penetrate Western markets.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Cramps· Death from Above 1979· The Hives
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Planet of the Wolves
The shift from collective imagery to individual longing reveals a personal narrative amid chaotic instrumentals.
This transition deepens the emotional stakes by contrasting the communal experience with a moment of introspection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Kawasaki Zii750 Rock 'n' Roll 2:01
- 2 Planet of the Wolves 2:34
- 3 Invader Ace 3:19
- 4 Motor Cycle Leather Boy 2:22
- 5 Far East Man 2:30
- 6 Wild Zero 3:46
- 7 Planet Heart 2:52
- 8 Energy Joe 1:44
- 9 Jett Love 2:01
- 10 (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction 3:32
- 11 Kung Fu Ramones Passion 1:51
- 12 Let's Get Hurt 2:53
- 13 All Through the Night Buttobase!! 1:58
- 14 Rumble 3:34
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