When Strapping Young Lad meets Devin Townsend's other half (i.e. stuff like Biomech or Accelerated Evolution), you get something akin to "Physicist," which is a very cool album. It's way heavier than other Devin Townsend albums (i.e. Ocean Machine: Biomech, Accelerated Evolution), but not as heavy as his Strapping Young Lad stuff. The SYL lineup plays on this album (Devin, Byron Stroud, Jed Simon, Gene Hoglan). As usual, Gene Hoglan's drumming is godly and gives the record some serious edge. And Devin's voice is as powerful and amazing as ever. When I first read the lyrics, they didn't seem super deep, but the more I read them, the better they got. Yeah, the lyrics are quite good on this album, especially on songs like "Material," "The Complex," "Irish Maiden," and "Jupiter." And I'm usually very picky about lyrics. Devin himself describes this album as "speed metal pop songs" and I think that's a decent description, if a bit off-putting to some people. The songs have a pop sensibility, but are most decidedly metal. Songs like "Death" are all out rockers. While songs like "Planet Rain" showcase a more pop sensibility while not compromising the metal edge. The hidden track "the forgotten" after track 10 seems a little odd, but I found myself getting into it as it went on. All in all, this is a great album.

This album may go deeper then some can handle.Fantastic ambient-type melodies encased around HEAVY assed rhythm (kudos to Gene).Definate unrest in Mr. Townsend's newest release,static genius.BUY THIS CD!!!

The music is tight and well thought out. Was never into screaming but there is a quality about Devin's voice that gives me chills. Great music and beautiful lyrics. THAT is what music is to me and that is what he gave me. I look forward to his other works.

Devin has once again desimated the walls of musical genres and boundaries. I was, and always am, impressed and shocked with the ranger and depth of Devin's projects. A stunning piece of art, this album is.