The Dillinger Escape Plan create intense, metallic, and decidedly hardcore punk-infused jazz-time-signature-invoking compositions, displaying an unparalleled musical bravery, precision musicianship, and rigorous physical endurance. The depth of extremity and mental challenge presented by their music virtually defies description, at once recalling the mind-wandering spirit of the Mahavishnu Orchestra, the complex heavy metal of latter-day Death, Cynic's solitary death metal achievement, and the progressive hard rock of Rush. Their performances bring to mind the anarchic charge of early Guns N' Roses shows, and the sophistication that drives their craft should awe fans of classy art rock bands like Radiohead. ~ Ryan J. Downey