What makes Spaceman by Octavian notable?

Spaceman received widespread acclaim for its innovative sound and was pivotal in bringing attention to the UK rap scene on an international scale. The album not only charted well but also solidified Octavian’s status as a notable new voice, influencing a wave of artists embracing genre-blending styles. Released in January 2018, Spaceman marked Octavian's debut album following a series of successful mixtapes that established him as a rising star in the UK rap scene. This album came at a pivotal time for the artist, amid growing recognition from both fans and critics, positioning him as one of the key figures in contemporary music blending genres.

How many songs are on Spaceman?

Spaceman has 14 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Spaceman

Octavian · 2018

36 min · 14 tracks

An eclectic blend of urban beats and introspective themes, combining elements of rap and melodic hooks with a futuristic flair.

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Top tracks — play these first

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This Is My World — This track encapsulates Octavian's vision, merging personal narrative with bold production, showcasing his lyrical prowess and unique delivery.
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Don't Cry — With its emotional depth and catchy chorus, this song highlights Octavian's ability to balance vulnerability with infectious energy, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Move Faster — The frenetic pace and confident lyrics of this track reflect Octavian’s ambition and drive, embodying the album's overarching themes of urgency and self-assertion.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100

Foothills

Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album showcases a blend of rap and melody, with varied pacing but some inconsistency in flow.

What we noticed

The album opens with a slow tempo track that gradually builds momentum, leading into more upbeat songs by the third track.
The last three tracks shift to a more introspective tone, slowing down the pace and focusing on lyrical content.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Tracklist

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

1 Scared 1:07
2 Sleep 2:46
3 Don't Cry 2:22
4 Stand Down 2:43
5 This Is My World 3:19
6 Build 2:24
7 Break That 2:40
8 Move Faster 3:19
9 Here Is Not Safe 2:00
10 54321 2:53
11 Revenge 1:42
12 Lightning 3:55
13 You See It? 2:11
14 Think Twice 3:20

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