Change The Dismemberment Plan album

Change is the fourth studio album by The Dismemberment Plan, released on October 23, 2001, through DeSoto Records. Recorded by J. Robbins at Inner Ear Studios in Arlington, Virginia, and mixed by Chad Clark, the album marks a shift in the band's musical style compared to their earlier work. While previous albums like *Emergency & I* were more energetic, *Change* is described as more somber and introspective, with lead singer Travis Morrison referring to it as his "night album." Morrison drew inspiration from records that create a immersive, late-night listening experience, citing examples like Joni Mitchell's *Court and Spark*, Portishead, Kid A by Radiohead, and Talking Heads' *Remain In Light*. These albums, he noted, offer a space for listeners to engage deeply or allow the music to blend into the background. The album received widespread critical acclaim. On Metacritic, it holds an 83 out of 100 based on ten reviews, indicating "universal acclaim." Critics praised its focused and understated approach, with many noting the band's evolution while retaining their core identity. Pitchfork named *Change* the 14th best album of 2001 and later ranked it at number 97 on their list of the top 200 albums of the 2000s. While some reviewers, like Michael O'Brien of PopMatters, found the album slower and less essential than earlier works, others celebrated its creativity and emotional depth. The album features contributions from band members Eric Axelson, Jason Caddell, Joe Easley, and Travis Morrison, as well as additional personnel including Chad Clark, J. Robbins, Bill ...