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One Ten Hundred Thousand Million

The Octopus Project · 2005

38 min · 11 tracks

A playful blend of experimental sounds and catchy melodies that invites listeners into a whimsical sonic landscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    All of the Champs That Ever Lived — This track encapsulates the album's playful yet intricate approach with its dynamic shifts and memorable hooks, making it a standout example of their creativity.
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    Music Is Happiness — With its infectious melody and upbeat rhythm, this track serves as a joyful anthem that highlights the band's ability to blend complexity with accessibility.
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    Tuxedo Hat — The instrumental layers and catchy motifs in this piece exemplify the band's signature sound, merging electronic elements with live instrumentation seamlessly.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album blends experimental sounds with catchy melodies, showcasing strong craftsmanship and distinctiveness.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, eschewing traditional verse-chorus formats in favor of more experimental arrangements.
  • The use of playful melodies and rhythmic shifts creates a whimsical atmosphere that invites repeated listening.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Music Is Happiness

    The chorus shifts unexpectedly, introducing a layered harmony that contrasts with the verses' simplicity.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Exit Counselor 1:32
  • 2 The Adjustor 2:53
  • 3 All of the Champs That Ever Lived 4:10
  • 4 Bruise 3:10
  • 5 Responsible Stu 3:40
  • 6 Music Is Happiness 3:39
  • 7 Tuxedo Hat 5:13
  • 8 Malaria Codes 3:44
  • 9 Hold the Ladder 3:36
  • 10 Six Feet Up 3:53
  • 11 Lots More Stairs 2:55

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