Best: Fan's Selection
X Japan · 2001
108 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal
An emotional blend of symphonic rock and heavy metal, echoing the grandeur of Japanese culture.
Why this album works
- Best for
- gradual build to emotional climax cathartic release in long tracks immersive storytelling through songs
- Context
- In 2001, X Japan was transitioning from their breakup in 1997 and the subsequent solo careers of its members. 'Best: Fan's Selection' served as a compilation that celebrated their legacy while hinting at a potential reunion, reigniting fan interest during a period of uncertainty.
- If you like
- heavy metal, progressive metal
Best: Fan's Selection is an album by X Japan, released in 2001. An emotional blend of symphonic rock and heavy metal, echoing the grandeur of Japanese culture. This compilation album peaked at number 3 on the Oricon charts, underscoring X Japan's enduring popularity in Japan. It also played a crucial role in reintroducing their music to a new generation, contributing to the resurgence of visual kei and influencing numerous artists within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Best: Fan's Selection sound like?
An emotional blend of symphonic rock and heavy metal, echoing the grandeur of Japanese culture. Rooted in heavy metal and progressive metal.
What makes Best: Fan's Selection by X Japan notable?
This compilation album peaked at number 3 on the Oricon charts, underscoring X Japan's enduring popularity in Japan. It also played a crucial role in reintroducing their music to a new generation, contributing to the resurgence of visual kei and influencing numerous artists within the genre. In 2001, X Japan was transitioning from their breakup in 1997 and the subsequent solo careers of its members. 'Best: Fan's Selection' served as a compilation that celebrated their legacy while hinting at a potential reunion, reigniting fan interest during a period of uncertainty.
Who is Best: Fan's Selection for?
Best: Fan's Selection works well if you're into gradual build to emotional climax, cathartic release in long tracks and immersive storytelling through songs.
How many songs are on Best: Fan's Selection?
Best: Fan's Selection has 12 tracks, running approximately 108 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 紅 6:19
- 2 Silent Jealousy 7:19
- 3 ENDLESS RAIN Standout 6:37
- 4 Rusty Nail 5:29
- 5 Tears Standout 10:32
- 6 ART OF LIFE Standout 28:59
Disc 2
- 1 DAHLIA 8:01
- 2 Say Anything 8:42
- 3 Forever Love (Single Ver.) 8:39
- 4 Longing 〜跡切れたmelody〜 7:41
- 5 SCARS 5:10
- 6 CRUCIFY MY LOVE 4:32
Release Date
December 19, 2001
Artist Origin
Japan
Runtime
108 min 5 sec
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