Planet Zero
Shinedown · 2022
48 min · 20 tracks · alternative rock
Fusing hard rock riffs with reflective lyrics, this album captures a dystopian vision of contemporary society.
Top tracks — play these first
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Planet Zero Start here — The title track embodies the album's central theme of navigating a fractured reality, combining powerful instrumentation with poignant lyrics that critique societal norms.
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America Burning — This track offers a stark commentary on the state of the nation, blending urgent vocals with anthemic instrumentation that captures the urgency of its message.
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A Symptom Of Being Human — By exploring vulnerability and human struggles, this song provides an introspective moment on the album that stands out for its honesty and melodic depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines hard rock with reflective themes, showcasing strong craftsmanship but varying cohesion.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, which emphasize the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a contemplative atmosphere that contrasts with the earlier intensity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with interludes
- dystopian themes for reflection
- engaging narratives through each track
- emotional highs and lows
- socio-political commentary throughout
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Continues thematic depth and sound evolution, solidifying the band's status.
- Themes
- fractured reality· America burning· mental health struggles
- Moods
- Dark· Introspective
- Career context
- Released on July 1, 2022, 'Planet Zero' is Shinedown's seventh studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Attention Attention' from 2018. At this point, the band was cementing their status as a mainstay in the alternative rock scene while exploring themes of mental health and societal challenges.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Breaking Benjamin· Three Days Grace· Seether
Tracklist
- 1 2184 0:22
- 2 No Sleep Tonight 2:31
- 3 Planet Zero Start here 3:43
- 4 Welcome 0:35
- 5 Dysfunctional You 3:38
- 6 Dead Don't Die 3:15
- 7 Standardized Experiences 0:43
- 8 America Burning 3:43
- 9 Do Not Panic 0:33
- 10 A Symptom Of Being Human 4:08
- 11 Hope 3:39
- 12 A More Utopian Future 0:34
- 13 Clueless And Dramatic 3:06
- 14 Sure Is Fun 3:00
- 15 Daylight 4:01
- 16 This Is A Warning 0:50
- 17 The Saints Of Violence And Innuendo 3:41
- 18 Army Of The Underappreciated 3:14
- 19 Delete 0:36
- 20 What You Wanted 3:03
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Ember
Breaking Benjamin
Explores similar themes of personal struggle and societal turmoil with hard-hitting riffs and reflective lyrics.
Vessels
Starset
Combines cinematic rock with dystopian themes and a focus on mental health, creating an atmospheric soundscape.
Outsider
Three Days Grace
Shares a narrative of inner conflict and societal observation, driven by powerful rock instrumentation.
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