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Octopus4

The Algorithm · 2014

54 min · 12 tracks · electronic · progressive metal · hardcore

A frenetic blend of electronic chaos and progressive metal intricacy that challenges genre boundaries.

Octopus4 is an album by The Algorithm, released in 2014. A frenetic blend of electronic chaos and progressive metal intricacy that challenges genre boundaries. 'Octopus4' gained notable attention for its innovative fusion of genres and received positive reviews from various critics, highlighting its impact on the evolving electronic and metal landscapes. Additionally, the album's distinct style helped influence subsequent artists exploring similar genre-blurring sounds, leading to increased visibility for this niche within the music industry. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Octopus4 sound like?

A frenetic blend of electronic chaos and progressive metal intricacy that challenges genre boundaries. Rooted in electronic and progressive metal.

What makes Octopus4 by The Algorithm notable?

'Octopus4' gained notable attention for its innovative fusion of genres and received positive reviews from various critics, highlighting its impact on the evolving electronic and metal landscapes. Additionally, the album's distinct style helped influence subsequent artists exploring similar genre-blurring sounds, leading to increased visibility for this niche within the music industry. By the time 'Octopus4' was released in 2014, The Algorithm had established themselves as a unique force in the electronic and metal scenes, following their debut album 'Polymorphic Code' in 2012. This sophomore effort marked a significant evolution in their sound, showcasing more complex arrangements and a broader range of influences, further solidifying their reputation as pioneers in the blending of electronic music with metal elements.

How many songs are on Octopus4?

Octopus4 has 12 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·54:56

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 autoRun Standout 5:41
  • 2 discovery 3:52
  • 3 _MOS 1:57
  • 4 will_smith 4:21
  • 5 ピタゴラスPYTHAGORAS 5:39
  • 6 synthesiz3r Standout 4:25
  • 7 damage points 5:27
  • 8 void 3:32
  • 9 loading 3:41
  • 10 un dernier combat 4:14
  • 11 recovery fail! 2:37
  • 12 octopus4 Standout 9:27

Release Date

June 2, 2014

Genre

hardcore, progressive metal

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Artist Origin

France

Runtime

54 min 56 sec