Episode Details

Join pplpod for a deep dive into the career of The Dismemberment Plan, the Washington, D.C. indie rock quartet that redefined the genre with their unique blend of dance-punk, post-hardcore, and R&B influences.

In this episode, we explore the band’s origins—including how they took their name from a Ned Ryerson line in the movie Groundhog Day—and the legendary music industry story of how they recorded their critical masterpiece, Emergency & I, on Interscope Records' dime before "slipping through the cracks" back to indie label DeSoto Records.

We also discuss their rise to prominence touring with Pearl Jam and Death Cab for Cutie, their initial breakup in 2003 following the release of Change, and their later resurgence. From their 2013 comeback album Uncanney Valley to their 2024 reunion shows celebrating the 25th anniversary of Emergency & I, find out why D-Plan remains a pivotal force in the history of experimental rock.

Keywords: The Dismemberment Plan, Travis Morrison, Emergency & I, Indie Rock, Post-Hardcore, Washington D.C. Music, D-Plan, Uncanney Valley, Change, Interscope Records, Band Reunions.