Remastered for vinyl. Part of a series of re-issues of the whole TMV vinyl catalogue. -
Octahedron (Black Vinyl) Vinyl LP pressing. Octahedron is the fifth full-length studio album by The Mars Volta, originally released in 2009.
"Octahedron (Black Vinyl)" is a captivating LP from The Mars Volta, released by the renowned label Clouds Hill. This album showcases the band's signature blend of progressive rock, experimental sounds, and intricate songwriting. "Octahedron," originally released in 2009, marks a more melodic and atmospheric direction for The Mars Volta while retaining their complex musical structures and emotional depth. Standout tracks like "Since We've Been Wrong" and "Cotopaxi" highlight their ability to fuse haunting melodies with dynamic instrumentation.
The Mars Volta are celebrated pioneers in modern progressive rock. Formed by Omar Rodríguez-López and Cedric Bixler-Zavala after the dissolution of At The Drive-In, they have earned critical acclaim for albums such as "De-Loused in the Comatorium" and "Frances the Mute." Their innovative approach has garnered them a Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance.
Clouds Hill is an independent record label known for its dedication to high-quality releases across genres like alternative rock, electronic music, and experimental soundscapes. With meticulous attention to detail in production and packaging, Clouds Hill has become synonymous with premium vinyl editions that appeal to audiophiles worldwide.