FEAR OF A BLANK PLANET

Over a decade on and Porcupine Tree are still evolving, a feat many bands are unable to achieve. With each new album comes a new concept or style, pushing the boundaries of modern rock into unexplored territory without straying to far from the sound fans have come to love. Porcupine Tree is not a band for fans of prog, rock, metal, or pop but a band for fans of music.

Fear of a Blank Planet is definetly one of their best albums. The songs are beatifully written and expertly produced making for pure musical ecstasy. This album takes the listener through spacey psychedelic rock, grinding metal riffs, enchanting acoustic ballads and true progressive epics. Stunning sonic euphoria throughout this new 6 song effort - a must for anyone who longs to hear 'new prog' in action.

The opening track sets the scene for the rest of the album, one of perscription drugs, internet porn and terminal boredom. The lyrics here are thoughtful and somewhat haunting - about the blank future of 21st century life.

This theme continues on several tracks on the album - most notably on the epic Anesthetize (the best track on the album).

Any PT fan will instantly fall in love with this album, and hopefully FoaBP will bring the band a welcome breakthrough over in the US. Seriously this is a five star album, and this is coming from someone who considers 3 stars to be a truly inspiring masterpiece. If in doubt buy anyway - you will not be disappointed!!