Beautiful Deformity
the GazettE · 2013
50 min · 14 tracks · punk rock
A chaotic blend of aggressive riffs and melodic undertones, exploring the complexities of inner turmoil and societal expectations.
Top tracks — play these first
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INSIDE BEAST Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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MALFORMED BOX — Opening with a haunting introduction that sets a dark tone, this track encapsulates the album's exploration of identity and chaos within society.
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UNTIL IT BURNS OUT — This track features an intense combination of heavy instrumentals and poignant lyrics, representing the struggle between self-destruction and resilience.
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LAST HEAVEN — With its soaring melodies and emotional depth, this song serves as a pivotal moment on the album, blending vulnerability with powerful instrumentation.
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TO DAZZLING DARKNESS — This closing track effectively contrasts light and darkness, showcasing the band's signature sound while delivering a profound message about acceptance and transformation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate songwriting and a blend of aggressive and melodic elements, making it distinctive within its genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature rapid tempo changes, alternating between aggressive riffs and melodic interludes, creating a sense of chaos.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies that contrast with the heavy instrumentation, adding depth to the sound.
- The album closes with two tracks that significantly drop in tempo, allowing for a reflective conclusion after the intense preceding material.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
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
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek light-hearted, upbeat vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases an innovative approach and complexity, marking a high point in their artistic evolution.
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2013, Beautiful Deformity is the GazettE's sixth studio album, following their commercially successful record DIVISION. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their status within the Japanese rock scene while experimenting with more diverse sounds and themes, reflecting a mature artistic growth as they approached their 15th anniversary.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dir En Grey· Mucc· Alice Nine
Tracklist
- 1 MALFORMED BOX 1:27
- 2 INSIDE BEAST Start here 3:49
- 3 UNTIL IT BURNS OUT 3:45
- 4 DEVOURING ONE ANOTHER 3:29
- 5 FADELESS 4:05
- 6 REDO 3:49
- 7 LAST HEAVEN 4:43
- 8 LOSS 4:07
- 9 THE STUPID TINY INSECT 2:59
- 10 IN BLOSSOM 3:31
- 11 鴉 3:46
- 12 黒く澄んだ空と残骸と片翅 3:58
- 13 TO DAZZLING DARKNESS 3:51
- 14 CODA 2:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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