From the long-winded first song and single “Reflektor” to the even longer winded conclusion “Supersymmetry,” Arcade Fire’s new album “Reflektor” gushes with mesmerizing musicality and, unexpectedly, dance beats.

Since the Montreal-based indie super group really hit the scene in 2005, they have dominated the Grammys and the critics with an album of the year win for 2010’s “The Suburbs.” “Reflektor” is no exception from the outstanding standard they have set, but is an exception to the standard, classic instrumentation their previous works relied on.

For the new album, Arcade Fire brought in James Murphy of LCD Soundsytem, and the influence certainly shows with synthetic dance beats and swells of hypnotic arpeggios. This especially stands out in “It’s Never Over (Oh Orpheus),” and “Supersymmetry,” which features over 11 minutes of eccentric reverberations and head spinning swirls of notes.

Fans will be relieved that the trademark Arcade Fire sound withstands the transformation, keeping the straight beats with gradual layering, eventually leading to orchestral grandeur. The layering in the album creates a complex, almost tangible texture that is an experience in and of itself.

Standout tracks, which are difficult to pick in such a standout album, include the complex “Here Comes The Night Time,” which demonstrates the textured layering while bringing in irrational rhythms that are somehow made rational within the song.

Overall, what listeners get with “Reflektor” is astounding. It’s an indie rock album that is also a dance album. The album varies from old-school rock music (“You Already Know;” “Joan of Arc”) to underground dance tracks (“Porno;” “Flashbulb Eyes”).

The album’s duality also offers commentary on life in today’s connected world. In the title track, lead singer Win Butler sings, “Now, the signals we send, are deflected again/We’re still connected, but are we even friends” to the ironic backdrop of electronica.

Although the Grammys have a lot of music to sift through this year, there is no doubt that this album will rise to the top.