The lead single from the album 'Four', "Octopus" delivered a more direct, almost motorik beat and stadium-sized chorus than fans might have expected. It was a clear statement of intent for the band's new era.
- The single was released on July 11, 2012, by [PIAS] Cooperative.
- This song represented a more guitar-driven and anthemic sound for Bloc Party, moving away from some of the electronic experimentation of previous albums.
- "Octopus" was the first single released from Bloc Party's fourth studio album, 'Four'.
Bloc Party is a London-based band known for their angular, energetic indie rock sound that emerged in the early 2000s. By 2012, the band had moved from their original label, Wichita, to [PIAS] Cooperative, with "Octopus" marking a shift in their musical direction.
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