What makes Become the Other by Ozric Tentacles notable?

The album is significant for its critical acclaim within the progressive rock community, receiving positive reviews from various music publications. It further solidified Ozric Tentacles' reputation as pioneers of the space rock genre, influencing a wave of subsequent artists in the psychedelic and electronic music realms. Released in 1995, Become the Other was Ozric Tentacles' fifth studio album, following their successful release of Waterfall Cities. By this time, the band had established themselves as a key player in the underground progressive and psychedelic rock scenes, known for their unique fusion of genres and live improvisation that captivated audiences.

Who is Become the Other for?

Become the Other works well if you're into steady rhythms for focused listening, vibrant soundscapes for exploration and otherworldly journeys through sound.

How many songs are on Become the Other?

Become the Other has 8 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Become the Other

Ozric Tentacles · 1995

54 min · 8 tracks · progressive rock

A cosmic journey through intricate rhythms and ethereal melodies, blending progressive rock with psychedelic soundscapes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Cat DNA — This opening track showcases the band's signature blend of intricate instrumentation and expansive soundscapes, setting the tone for the entire album's adventurous spirit.
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Neurochasm — With its driving rhythm and hypnotic melodies, this track encapsulates the essence of Ozric Tentacles' improvisational style while exploring deeper sonic territories.
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Become the Other — The title track features a rich tapestry of layered sounds and textures, embodying the album's thematic exploration of transformation and transcendence.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

66 /100

Alpine

Higher than 89% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate compositions and strong production, making it a notable entry in progressive rock.

What we noticed

Each track typically builds from a slow introduction into layered instrumental sections, often incorporating synthesizers and guitar solos.
The final track, 'Plurnstyle', concludes with an extended ambient outro that contrasts with the more energetic pieces earlier in the album.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady rhythms for focused listening
vibrant soundscapes for exploration
otherworldly journeys through sound
progressive peaks and valleys
mind-expanding experience with headphones

Maybe skip if you

seeking instant gratification
prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Critical Peak — Significant acclaim within progressive rock, solidifying the band's artistic reputation.
Career context: Released in 1995, Become the Other was Ozric Tentacles' fifth studio album, following their successful release of Waterfall Cities. By this time, the band had established themselves as a key player in the underground progressive and psychedelic rock scenes, known for their unique fusion of genres and live improvisation that captivated audiences.
Stylistic neighbors: Gong· Can· Hawkwind