Released 30 years ago
Dr. Octagonecologyst
Kool Keith · 1996
68 min · 19 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · gangsta rap
A surreal journey through bizarre narratives and psychedelic beats that redefine hip-hop storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- surreal narratives that provoke thought
- dynamic journey with varied pacing
- wave-like listening experience
- immersive headphone exploration
- quirky storytelling for adventurous minds
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, linear tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, 'Dr. Octagonecologyst' was Kool Keith's first album under the Dr. Octagon persona, marking a significant turn in his career following his work with Ultramagnetic MCs. This album positioned him as a pioneer of abstract and alternative hip-hop, showcasing his unique style after years of conventional rap success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- MF DOOM· Del the Funky Homosapien· Aesop Rock
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:14
- 2 3000 3:17
- 3 I Got to Tell You 0:48
- 4 Earth People 4:46
- 5 No Awareness 4:56
- 6 Technical Difficulties 2:55
- 7 General Hospital 0:27
- 8 Blue Flowers 3:16
- 9 A Visit to the Gynecologyst 2:20
- 10 Bear Witness 3:00
- 11 Dr. Octagon 4:37
- 12 Girl Let Me Touch You 3:40
- 13 I'm Destructive 3:42
- 14 Wild and Crazy 4:26
- 15 Elective Surgery 0:56
- 16 On Production 2:45
- 17 Biology 101 5:01
- 18 Earth People (Earth Planet mix) 4:42
- 19 Waiting List (DJ Shadow / Automator mix) / Halfsharkalligatorman 11:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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