Fall of the Plastic Empire [Import]

fall of the plastic empire [import]

Track Listings
1. Plank of Fire
2. Glass Slipper
3. If I'm a Man
4. Arctic Snow
5. At the Levity Ball
6. Stabbed in the Back of the Heart
7. Rainy Days
8. Elevator
9. Blood on the Highway
10. Plastic Empire

Editorial Reviews
Product Description
Japanese Version featuring Two Bonus Tracks

Fall of the Plastic Empire,Burning Brides,V2,Alternative Metal,Hard Rock,Indie Rock,Neo-Psychedelia,Rock,Stoner Metal

Fall of the Plastic Empire [Import]
Fall of the Plastic Empire
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • For the nay-sayers
  • Yawn of the plastic disc.
  • Buddyblowjob...
  • 3.5 stars
  • A perfect release
 Fall of the Plastic Empire
Burning Brides
Manufacturer: V2 Ada
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00006JJ2H
Release Date: 2002-09-24

Tracks:

  1. Plank Of Fire
  2. Glass Slipper
  3. If I'm A Man
  4. Arctic Snow
  5. At the Levity Ball
  6. Stabbed In The Back Of The Heart
  7. Rainy Days
  8. Elevator
  9. Blood On the Highway
  10. Plastic Empire

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars For the nay-sayers.......2004-05-12

Here's a tip for all those that rip this CD and this band. See them live. They will blow you away. The tightly produced sound on this album gives way to loud abusive and all out rockin' live music. I like this album but love them live more.

2 out of 5 stars Yawn of the plastic disc........2004-01-03

Another band that sounds like fifty others in exsistance. THE VINES tackle the same sound a hundred times better. Is there any originality left out there? There's none here, that's for sure.

2 out of 5 stars Buddyblowjob..........2003-12-07

I find it extremely amusing that the dudes from buddyhead keep trying to cram this cd down everyone's throat's. In magazines or on their site it's always burning brides this burning brides that. If it weren't for the fact that these dudes are on their label and promoting the album will bring them all money they'd make fun of them and give em a bad "axel" review along with the many other bands they sound like. I give BB credit for trying to keep rock going strong but most of the songs sound the same. Also, I think it's a little "cliche" to have a female bassist. I suggest an actual Nirvana album rather than this generic version.

3 out of 5 stars 3.5 stars.......2003-08-06

the music is in the vein of the vines/hives/white stripes but it is a little more diverse. elements of grunge ala nirvana and of course the pop aspect which is why i am surprised they have not had more radio success.
ultimately this a well done rock meets pop album but they do crank out the garage rock quite excellently which make this one great, fun and well executed album. give it a whirl and let me know what you think

5 out of 5 stars A perfect release.......2003-04-26

The first song I ever heard from this band was "Something In The Way", a cover of the infamous Nirvana song. And with that one song, I was hooked. I had a hard time obtaining this CD at first, and the one I have has a different cover image; but all the same songs. But anyways, I can't say enough good about this band. They're great. Out of the 10 songs on Fall Of The Plastic Empire, about six have terrific potential to be true rock and roll 'singles'; even though I doubt radio stations will ever play them. Those six possible singles (in this order) are as follows:

1. "Stabbed In The Back Of The Heart" - this song catches you right from the start, and doesn't let go. It's an anti-love song in which the lyrics are twisted around so perfectly you can't help but love it. It starts: `hey you know something... / you fxcked me over / and I've just got a couple words to say to you'. I won't ruin it for you. In my opinion, it's the best song on the album.

2. "Arctic Snow" - the Burning Brides played this song on the NBC show Late Night with Conan O'Brien, and they were awesome (that seems to be where many people took note). For them it is kind of like a single, yet not quite of that magnitude. Even my girlfriend (who doesn't normally like rock music) loves this song. Very catchy.

3. "Plank Of Fire" - this one starts off the CD with a huge bang. The lyrics are flawless. I particularly enjoyed: `I thought the ambulance would come / to take us from the things we've done`. The song is also very versatile as far as its balance between lyrics and sound. There is also a single-version CD of the track. What does that tell you?

4. "Glass Slipper" - A single-version CD of this song is also available, and that's in good time. This song is only 1:45 long (it`s deceiving, I know), yet it rocks just as hard, if not harder, than all the other tracks. And for anyone who appreciates guitar solos, you will be amazed with the sound.

5. "Blood On The Highway" - This is one of the last songs on the CD, but don't overlook it. It has a fast start and some excellent lyrics that fit in very nicely with the melody. The song's also featured on the "Glass Slipper" single mentioned before. There's some excellent metaphors used; and again some great solos.

6. "If I'm A Man" - Being that this song is like no other on the CD, you have to love it. The lyrics are really pretty weird, but in a good-weird way. Towards the end of the song, they slow down the music and throw in some almost funny lyrics; in the vein of Barbie dolls and meat-heads. You have to hear it to believe it.

***

In a time where pop bands and endless, nameless rap artists seem to be ruling the music scene, the Burning Brides offer a beautifully done CD to really change the pace of rock music. As I said, they have done a cover of a Nirvana song (featured on the Smells Like Bleach tribute), and yet their sound isn't really grunge at all. They have their own kind of rock sound, that's as refreshing as it is hard. The other four songs not listed above are still good (the almost 6-minute epic "Plastic Empire" is classically awesome); as it seems I have led you to believe they are not. In fact, they're very good, but one CD can't have 10 singles... if you know what I mean. Burning Brides are a band that certainly needs to be heard. So if you saw their performance on Conan or even if you just like new rock music, you should buy this CD (at least listen to the samples featured on the other album). It will not disappoint you, I promise you that. This is an amazing album from an amazing new band.
Fall of the Plastic Empire
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    		Fall of the Plastic Empire
    Burning Brides
    Manufacturer: V2
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B00007KS85
    Release Date: 2003-04-04

    Tracks:

    1. Plank Of Fire
    2. Glass Slipper
    3. It I'm A Man
    4. Arctic Snow
    5. At The Levity Ball
    6. Stabbed In The Bakc Of The Heart
    7. Rainy Days
    8. Elevator
    9. Blood On Hte Highway
    10. Plastic Empire
    11. See You Empty (Bonus)

    Album Description

    Debut album from Philadelphia rock trio Burning Brides. Classic & contemporary rock are infused with fuzzed out stoner jams, 70's arena hooks & post-punk rhythms. Their relentlessly energetic sound draws on influences from Queens Of The Stone Age, & You W
    Fall of the Plastic Empire
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      		Fall of the Plastic Empire
      Burning Brides
      Manufacturer: V2
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
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      Indie RockIndie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
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      ASIN: B00009WKZL
      Release Date: 2003-07-28

      Tracks:

      1. Plank Of Fire
      2. Glass Slipper
      3. If Im A Man
      4. Arctic Snow
      5. At The Levity Ball
      6. Stabbed In The Back Of The Heart
      7. Rainy Days
      8. Elevator
      9. Blood On The Highway
      10. Plastic Empire
      11. See You Empty (Bonus Track)
      12. Steramine (Bonus Track)
      13. Overhead Metal Erection (Bonus Track)

      Album Description

      Japanese limited edition reissue of the U.S. alternative rock act's 2001 debut album featuring 13 tracks including three bonus tracks, 'See You Empty' (Japanese & UK bonus track), 'Steramine', & 'Overhead Metal Erection' (exclusive Japanese only bonus tracks). V2. 2003.

      Album Details

      Japanese Version featuring Two Bonus Tracks: "Steramine", and "Overhead Metal Erection".
      Fall of the Plastic Empire
      Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
      • What the White-Stripes should have been
      • A perfect release
      • yes
      • no, this is it!
      • sit back and watch
      		 Fall of the Plastic Empire
      Burning Brides
      Manufacturer: File 13
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
      PunkPunk | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
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      Indie RockIndie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
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      ASIN: B00005B67M
      Release Date: 2001-04-17

      Tracks:

      1. Plank Of Fire
      2. Glass Slipper
      3. If I'm A Man
      4. Arctic Snow
      5. At The Levity Ball
      6. Stabbed In The Back Of The Heart
      7. Rainy Days
      8. Elevator
      9. Blood On The Highway
      10. Plastic Empire

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars What the White-Stripes should have been.......2003-09-23

      I first encountered this band at the AudioSlave concert. They were the opening band and it was the first time, that I can recall, that an opening band actually kicked @$$! After that I picked up this record and listened to it for about a month straight. I am very much looking forward to what their next album will yield. I also hope that more radio stations pick them up.

      5 out of 5 stars A perfect release.......2003-02-19

      The first song I ever heard from this band was "Something In The Way", a cover of the infamous Nirvana song. And with that one song, I was hooked. I had a hard time obtaining this CD at first, and the one I have has a different cover image; but all the same songs. But anyways, I can't say enough good about this band. They're great. Out of the 10 songs on Fall Of The Plastic Empire, about six have terrific potential to be true rock and roll 'singles'; even though I doubt radio stations will ever play them. Those six possible singles (in this order) are as follows:

      1. "Stabbed In The Back Of The Heart" - this song catches you right from the start, and doesn't let go. It's an anti-love song in which the lyrics are twisted around so perfectly you can't help but love it. It starts: `hey you know something... / you fxcked me over / and I've just got a couple words to say to you'. I won't ruin it for you. In my opinion, it's the best song on the album.

      2. "Arctic Snow" - the Burning Brides played this song on the NBC show Late Night with Conan O'Brien, and they were awesome (that seems to be where many people took note). For them it is kind of like a single, yet not quite of that magnitude. Even my girlfriend (who doesn't normally like rock music) loves this song. Very catchy.

      3. "Plank Of Fire" - this one starts off the CD with a huge bang. The lyrics are flawless. I particularly enjoyed: `I thought the ambulance would come / to take us from the things we've done`. The song is also very versatile as far as its balance between lyrics and sound. There is also a single-version CD of the track. What does that tell you?

      4. "Glass Slipper" - A single-version CD of this song is also available, and that's in good time. This song is only 1:45 long (it`s deceiving, I know), yet it rocks just as hard, if not harder, than all the other tracks. And for anyone who appreciates guitar solos, you will be amazed with the sound.

      5. "Blood On The Highway" - This is one of the last songs on the CD, but don't overlook it. It has a fast start and some excellent lyrics that fit in very nicely with the melody. The song's also featured on the "Glass Slipper" single mentioned before. There's some excellent metaphors used; and again some great solos.

      6. "If I'm A Man" - Being that this song is like no other on the CD, you have to love it. The lyrics are really pretty weird, but in a good-weird way. Towards the end of the song, they slow down the music and throw in some almost funny lyrics; in the vein of Barbie dolls and meat-heads. You have to hear it to believe it.

      ***

      In a time where pop bands and endless, nameless rap artists seem to be ruling the music scene, the Burning Brides offer a beautifully done CD to really change the pace of rock music. As I said, they have done a cover of a Nirvana song (featured on the Smells Like Bleach tribute), and yet their sound isn't really grunge at all. They have their own kind of rock sound, that's as refreshing as it is hard. The other four songs not listed above are still good (the almost 6-minute epic "Plastic Empire" is classically awesome); as it seems I have led you to believe they are not. In fact, they're very good, but one CD can't have 10 singles... if you know what I mean. Burning Brides are a band that certainly needs to be heard. So if you saw their performance on Conan or even if you just like new rock music, you should buy this CD (at least listen to the samples featured on the other album). It will not disappoint you, I promise you that. This is an amazing album from an amazing new band.

      5 out of 5 stars yes.......2003-02-05

      saw this band on conano'brien and they rocked. ordered the cd and it's fantastic. cant take it out of my cd player!

      5 out of 5 stars no, this is it!.......2003-02-05

      all these hyped bands like interpol, strokes, vines, hives, etc should be looking over their shoulder by now. this is 34 minutes of rock n roll circus. the album has a huge range of songs ranging from heavy punk to melodic pop. simple songs with curve balls. a great find and finally a real band to believe in. long live burning brides!

      5 out of 5 stars sit back and watch.......2003-01-20

      this band is the real deal. seen them live many times and they [are good] everytime. now they have the drummer from the hot snakes and there's no stopping them. 'plastic empire' will be looked upon as a classic underground rock record not unlike gish or bleach. there's not a bad song. other people who reviewed this album and dont get it probably arent into a mix of cheap trick, sonic youth, sabbath, pixies, nirvana, kinks, stooges, slayer, who, stones, hendrix, ramones, zeppelin, and beatles.
      Fall of the Plastic Empire
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        		Fall of the Plastic Empire
        Burning Brides
        Manufacturer: V2
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
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        GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
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        ASIN: B0000BI1HU
        Release Date: 2003-10-27

        Album Description

        Japanese limited edition reissue of the U.S. alternative rock act's 2001 debut album featuring 13 tracks including three bonus tracks, 'See You Empty' (Japanese & UK bonus track), 'Steramine', & 'Overhead Metal Erection' (exclusive Japanese only bonus tracks). V2. 2003.

        Album Details

        Japanese Version featuring Two Bonus Tracks

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