What makes Planet P Project by Planet P Project notable?

The album achieved moderate commercial success, peaking at number 69 on the Billboard 200 chart. Its blend of science fiction themes and melodic rock influenced a generation of artists exploring similar narratives in music and helped to define the sound of early 80s synth-driven rock. Released in 1983, Planet P Project was the debut album by Tony Carey, an established musician known for his work with Rainbow. This album marked Carey's first venture into a solo project, showcasing his unique sound and thematic explorations after years of performing in rock bands.

How many songs are on Planet P Project?

Planet P Project has 12 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Planet P Project

Planet P Project · 1983

45 min · 12 tracks

A fusion of new wave and progressive rock, blending catchy melodies with dystopian themes and atmospheric soundscapes.

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King for a Day — This track encapsulates the album's exploration of power dynamics and personal ambition, featuring a catchy chorus that highlights Carey's vocal prowess.
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Armageddon — With its urgent lyrics and driving rhythm, this song reflects the apocalyptic themes that permeate the album, making it a standout for its intense energy.
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I Won't Wake Up — This track showcases Carey's ability to blend haunting melodies with introspective lyrics, illustrating the emotional depth present throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

63 /100

Foothills

Higher than 29% of albums we've rated

The album blends catchy melodies with thematic depth, showcasing solid writing and production for its time.

What we noticed

Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
The thematic content often revolves around dystopian narratives, with lyrics that reflect on societal issues and personal struggles.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Tracklist

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

1 Static 4:11
2 King for a Day 3:55
3 I Won't Wake Up 3:45
4 Top of the World 4:33
5 Armageddon 4:22
6 Tranquility Base 1:55
7 Why Me? 4:06
8 Power Tools 3:59
9 Send It in a Letter 3:54
10 Adam and Eve 3:40
11 Only You and Me 3:24
12 Ruby 3:59

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