What makes Beautiful Deformity by the GazettE notable?

'Beautiful Deformity' debuted at number 2 on the Oricon Albums Chart, reflecting both commercial success and a dedicated fanbase. The album is notable for its exploration of personal and societal issues through a lens of heavy soundscapes, positioning the GazettE as key players in the Japanese visual kei movement. Released in early 2013, 'Beautiful Deformity' marked the GazettE's follow-up to their critically acclaimed album 'Division'. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the alternative metal scene, experimenting with darker themes and complex compositions that showcased their artistic evolution.

Who is Beautiful Deformity for?

Beautiful Deformity works well if you're into steady mid-tempo emotional exploration, aggressive riffs with haunting melodies and immersive full-album experience.

How many songs are on Beautiful Deformity?

Beautiful Deformity has 14 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Beautiful Deformity

the GazettE · 2013

50 min · 14 tracks · punk · alternative metal

A visceral blend of aggressive riffs and haunting melodies that capture raw emotional turmoil.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo emotional exploration
aggressive riffs with haunting melodies
immersive full-album experience
raw emotional turmoil release

Maybe skip if you want

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek light-hearted, upbeat vibes

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in early 2013, 'Beautiful Deformity' marked the GazettE's follow-up to their critically acclaimed album 'Division'. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the alternative metal scene, experimenting with darker themes and complex compositions that showcased their artistic evolution.
Stylistic neighbors: Dir En Grey· Mucc· Alice Nine