The energy coming through on Fantastic Plastic’s first demo is intense and unrestrained. Dry vocals bite through the gruff guitar riffs and brooding bass lines. The lyrics on “Embarrassing” waver between sarcasm and uncertainty. The song displays a vulnerability on the band’s part. Their music explores what it means to be a young adult in today’s messy, emo world. At times, it feels like the band is letting you in on the joke while also making fun of you a bit. Fantastic Plastic is brash and bold, having fun with how chaotic they can be. It’s a great attitude for any femme-punk band to have, and it strengthens their music. This strength is most obvious in their live performances. As an act, the band is charming and dynamic on stage, and with such a kick-ass attitude, they can inspire even the most lethargic Portland audience to get up and dance.

Fantastic Plastic will be releasing a new album this upcoming August. Make sure you give it a listen! - By Avril Carrillo