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Released 30 years ago

Beat Out!

Glay · 1996

56 min · 11 tracks · rock music

A vibrant blend of rock anthems and melodious ballads capturing the essence of 90s Japanese pop-rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • mid-tempo anthems for road trips
  • uplifting vibes for sunny days
  • steady progression through emotional landscapes
  • melodic ballads for reflective moments
  • sing-along choruses with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of quick gratification
  • prefer intense, high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — 'Beat Out!' solidified Glay's reputation and contributed to their rise in the Japanese rock scene.
Themes
90s Japanese rock scene· nostalgic summer days· emotional ballads
Career context
Released on February 7, 1996, 'Beat Out!' was Glay's second album, following their breakthrough debut 'Happiest Monster.' At this stage, the band was solidifying their place in the Japanese rock scene, transitioning from emerging artists to mainstream success with a growing fanbase.
Stylistic neighbors
B'z· X Japan· Asian Kung-Fu Generation
If this clicks, go next to
Review — Continues the energetic rock vibe with polished production and catchy hooks.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Loose by B'z — Features catchy melodies and powerful rock elements that evoke a similar nostalgic summer vibe.
Blue Blood by X Japan — Combines melodic rock with emotional depth, aligning with the thematic core of 90s Japanese pop-rock.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "More than Love".

  • 1 More than Love Start here 4:46
  • 2 Yes, Summerdays 5:10
  • 3 原色の空 <Cloudy Sky> 4:19
  • 4 Trouble On Monday 5:28
  • 5 Together 7:02
  • 6 月に祈る 4:19
  • 7 生きてく 強さ 3:49
  • 8 週末の Baby talk 5:57
  • 9 グロリアス 4:55
  • 10 軌跡の果て 5:34
  • 11 Miki Piano 5:14

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