Devin Townsend's different approach on each record is what makes him such a special artist. Deconstruction is the heaviest of his solo projects to date. Along with the increased heaviness, is a blend of chaotic and progressive elements. Townsend is in his element when throwing in all these different influences onto a track. Townsend's previous two solo projects Ki and Addicted! were a lot more restrained from Townsend's metal background. Deconstruction unleashes a full-fledged metal attack that more than makes up for the lack of heavier material on Ki and Addicted!. Not to say I didn't enjoy Townsend's previous two records, it was just awesome seeing him go back to a more metal sound. What makes Deconstruction that much more special is the slew of fantastic guest artists on the record. Having people such as Greg Puiciato from The Dillinger Escape Plan, Joe Duplantier from Gojira, and Tommy Rodgers from Between The Buried and Me adds to the fun of Deconstruction. Townsend brought in some of the best vocalists in metal to make these already great tracks even better. The variety of vocalists he brought in is also spectacular. Each vocalists is completely different from one another and provide an excellent contrast with Townsend's vocals.
Deconstruction is the biggest triumph of Devin Townsend's solo career. It's the heaviest and most spastic record of his entire career (yes including his time in Strapping Young Lad). Townsend's progressive elements go really well with intensity of the material. It's also great to see Townsend's witty sense of humor back on this record. There are moments of this record were I was laughing out loud. Deconstruction is one of the most enjoyable, fun, and just plain best records I have heard this year.
4/5 Stars
Standout Tracks
1.Planet Of The Apes
2.Stand
3.Juular
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