Dr. Octagon is an alter ego of the rapper Keith Thornton, who is more commonly known by his stage name Kool Keith. This persona was introduced to the world through the seminal 1996 album "Dr. Octagonecologyst," where Kool Keith portrayed an extraterrestrial, time-traveling, homicidal gynecologist and surgeon from Jupiter. The character of Dr. Octagon is an embodiment of avant-garde rap, combining intricate, bizarre lyricism with a penchant for science fiction and horror-themed narratives.

After the initial release, the Dr. Octagon character lay dormant for some time, only to make a full-fledged return years later with albums like "The Return of Dr. Octagon" and "Moosebumps: An Exploration Into Modern Day Horripilation." These releases expanded on the mythos of Dr. Octagon, blending Kool Keith's unique and unconventional approach to hip-hop with psychedelic, jazz-infused beats often attributed to producers like Dan the Automator and DJ Qbert, both of whom were instrumental in crafting the original soundscape that made Dr. Octagon a cult classic. With tracks like "Octagon Octagon" and "Area 54," Dr. Octagon continues to explore the outer reaches of hip-hop, challenging norms and pushing the boundaries of what rap music can be.

Genres

Abstract Hip Hop

Afrofuturism

Alternative Hip Hop

Bronx Hip Hop

Turntablism

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Latest Release

Moosebumps: an exploration into modern day horripilation

Dr. Octagon

Album - 11 Tracks - Released April 6, 2018