What makes Brute Force by The Algorithm notable?

'Brute Force' received considerable acclaim within electronic and metal communities, noted for its ambitious fusion of genres. The album's title track garnered attention for its intricate composition, while the project as a whole contributed to The Algorithm's growing influence on the progressive metal scene. By 2016, The Algorithm had established a reputation for innovative soundscapes following their debut album 'Polymorphic Code' in 2012. 'Brute Force' marks their third studio album, showcasing a refined production style and a deeper exploration of complex musical arrangements that further solidified their unique niche in the electronic and metal scenes.

Who is Brute Force for?

Brute Force works well if you're into steady pace for focused listening, energetic background for work and immersive experience with headphones.

How many songs are on Brute Force?

Brute Force has 10 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

Brute Force

The Algorithm · 2016

45 min · 10 tracks · electronic music

A frenetic blend of electronic chaos and progressive metal intricacies, pushing the boundaries of genre with rhythmic precision.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Brute Force — The title track exemplifies the album's essence, merging jagged electronic rhythms with heavy guitar riffs, creating a dizzying yet cohesive sonic experience.
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Floating Point — This track showcases intricate layering and dynamic shifts, presenting a perfect balance between melodic elements and aggressive beats that highlights the band's duality.
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Shellcode — With its relentless pace and complex time signatures, 'Shellcode' serves as an excellent representation of The Algorithm's technical prowess and experimental approach.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album's intricate compositions and genre-blending sound create a distinctive listening experience.

What we noticed

Each track incorporates layers of synthesized sounds and heavy guitar riffs, often blending electronic elements with progressive metal structures.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
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 pace for focused listening
energetic background for work
immersive experience with headphones
complex layers inviting deep exploration

Maybe skip if you

prefer straightforward, simple tracks
seek instant gratification sounds

Where this album fits

Career context: By 2016, The Algorithm had established a reputation for innovative soundscapes following their debut album 'Polymorphic Code' in 2012. 'Brute Force' marks their third studio album, showcasing a refined production style and a deeper exploration of complex musical arrangements that further solidified their unique niche in the electronic and metal scenes.
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