Code 64 is a synthpop, darkwave, electronica band that signed with the small Norwegian record label, "Angel Productions" only three years after establishing themselves as a group.
Music reviews were generally positive, deeming it "very listenable, dynamic and easily accessible [sic] album.
[4] Departure was received incredibly well by critics within the genre, with Release Magazine stating that it has "genre-breaking potential" with Code 64 demonstrating "fantastic programming, refined melodies, classy varied vocals and enough punch and edge to light up the universe.
[6] Code 64's sophomore album saw U.S. distribution for North America in 2005, when the band signed a multi release licensing deal with A Different Drum; the world's largest synthpop label as the time.
Hasse and Bjørn reemerged as duo Xenturion Prime[9] On April 18, 2020, Code 64 announced via posts on Facebook that new music was being worked on.