The Complex

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studio album
First released:
Apr 22 2003

Overview Edit

The Complex is the second full-length album by Blue Man Group, released in 2003. The album produced two singles, and debuted at #60 on the Billboard charts. The Allmusic review by Robert L. Doerschuk states "Although its inspirations, musical and conceptual, trace as far back as Kraftwerk, The Complex serves as a reminder that modern devices and glistening production values can be applied to the most primal creative instincts, if utilized by the right -- blue -- hands".

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Record label:
unknown
Catalog number:
93242
Release dates:
  • Apr 22 2003 in United States

Genres

Alternative, Rock. Vote on Genres

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5 stars Big rock sound from the men in Blue
Until recently, all I knew about the Blue Man Group was based on their series of odd commercials for Intel. I didn't know anything about their music. "The Complex" blew me away.

This is a rock album, make no mistake. BMG's debut album, "Audio," is more true to their live show that's played in venues like The Luxor in Las Vegas, and is primarily a showcase for the BMG's trademark percussion.

"The Complex" couples BMG's percussion and homemade instruments to a traditional song format, with soaring…
Written by Scott C. Smith
3 stars Walking a fine line--consider carefully before buying.
Blue Man Group's second album walks a fine line between the experimentation that in my opinion defines them, and a surrender to the poppiness that unfortunately dominates the airwaves today. In The Complex, BMG attempted to meld their group's unique sound with vocals--in some cases this works, and in others, it was a disaster. It simply was not as creative as Audio, and if it is the experimentation you prefer, you may wish to reconsider.

"Sing Along" grated on my nerves from the start. I did not…
Written by FloydWaters

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Credits Edit

  1. performer

    1. Tracy Bonham [vocals]

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The Complex 14 tracks format: 1 x CD
catalog number: 93242
release dates: Aug 4 2003 in United Kingdom
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The Complex 14 tracks format: 1 x CD
catalog number: 93242
release dates: Apr 22 2003 in United Kingdom
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The Complex 15 tracks format: 1 x CD
release dates: May 10 2004 in Germany
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The Complex 14 tracks format: 1 x CD
catalog number: 93242
release dates: Apr 22 2003 in United States
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