Cyborg Octopus & The Archaeologist

Cyborg Octopus is not afraid of being different musically. Although they are labelled a metal band, one can expect to hear smooth jazz sections, groovy latin riffs, bouncy funk passages, electronic dubstep drops, and other genres that have never been mixed in with metal. Their open mindedness that is prevalent in their music can also be found in their lyrics. No subject matter is taboo as they can be found confessing personal flaws and emoting anguish at their past in one song while expressing their disdain for major Macroeconomic problems in another. Cyborg Octopus is for the open minded.

Founded in 2013 as the solo project of San Jose-based guitarist/vocalist Kyle Schaefer, Archaeologist has now unearthed a full live lineup featuring Sean Johnson (Raiju, Riffshop), Ryan Johnson (Surrounded By Giants, The Even Deep) and George Lallian (Cyborg Octopus). The band's latest release "Odysseys" marks a departure from previous material, taking a journey into seven tracks of colorful, adventurous, instrumental prog-rock. Some of the many guest appearances include Yvette Young of Covet, Gavin Castleton of the Dear Hunter, and UK-based guitarist Sithu Aye. In their 2017 review of the album, prog music publication It Djents states: "The succinctly powerful word which has kept on creeping into my thoughts as I jammed this album is 'refreshing'. 8.5/10". With the newly formed lineup and successful release of Odysseys, Archaeologist has now turned its focus to playing as many shows as possible and preparing new material for a 2018 release. Discography: Vol. I EP (2013) Covers EP (2014) Vol. II EP (2015) Odysseys EP (2017) https://archaeologist.bandcamp.com/