Butterfly
L'Arc-en-Ciel · 2012
95 min · 23 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock
A vibrant fusion of alternative rock and pop melodies that encapsulates the essence of L'Arc-en-Ciel's cinematic sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with varied pacing
- uplifting anthems for road trips
- cathartic moments of release
- vibrant energy for celebrations
- engaging sing-along choruses
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer consistent, unchanging moods
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases the band's continued vitality after a hiatus with commercial success.
- Themes
- Japanese rock revival· cinematic soundscapes
- Career context
- Released in 2012, 'Butterfly' marked a significant moment in L'Arc-en-Ciel's career as it followed their 2008 album 'Kiss.' After a brief hiatus, the band returned rejuvenated, showcasing their evolution while retaining their signature sound. This album reflects both their growth as artists and their continued relevance in the Japanese rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Asian Kung-Fu Generation· Bump of Chicken· Radwimps
- If this clicks, go next to
- Kiss — Continues the vibrant sound with a mix of rock and pop, enhancing the cinematic feel.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Magic Disk by Asian Kung-Fu Generation — Shares a vibrant blend of alternative rock with catchy pop melodies and introspective lyrics.Jupiter by Bump of Chicken — Combines cinematic soundscapes with emotional storytelling, resonating well with L'Arc-en-Ciel's style.Your Name. by Radwimps — Features lush arrangements and a melodic sensibility that captures a similar emotional depth and atmosphere.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "CHASE".
Disc 1
- 1 CHASE Start here 4:27
- 2 X X X 4:05
- 3 Bye Bye 3:36
- 4 GOOD LUCK MY WAY -BUTTERFLY Ver.- 4:38
- 5 BLESS 4:57
- 6 shade of season 4:11
- 7 DRINK IT DOWN 4:07
- 8 wild flower 5:22
- 9 SHINE 4:04
- 10 NEXUS 4 3:52
- 11 未来世界 3:19
Disc 2
- 1 夏の憂鬱 [SEA IN BLOOD 2007] 4:08
- 2 花葬 平成十七年 4:34
- 3 HEAVEN'S DRIVE 2005 3:47
- 4 Round and Round 2005 3:34
- 5 Dune 2008 4:08
- 6 I Wish 2007 4:19
- 7 Promised Land 2005 4:31
- 8 HONEY 2007 3:42
- 9 Feeling Fine 2007 3:48
- 10 ROUTE 666 -2010- 3:41
- 11 milky way 2004 4:14
- 12 metropolis 2011 4:10
What to play next
This album is considered a Late Career Highlight in L'Arc-en-Ciel's catalog. Showcases the band's continued vitality after a hiatus with commercial success.
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