Cassis
the GazettE · 2005
14 min · 3 tracks · punk rock
A haunting blend of alternative metal and punk rock with emotive melodies and heavy instrumentation that defines the band's intense style.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cassis — The title track stands out for its atmospheric buildup and emotional intensity, encapsulating the band's signature sound while exploring themes of longing and despair.
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蜷局 — This track showcases a more aggressive side of the band, combining rapid tempo changes with intricate guitar work that highlights their versatility.
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Bite to All — With its punchy rhythm and anthemic chorus, this song represents the punk rock influences in their music, creating a contrast to the more melodic tracks.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Cassis blends emotive melodies with heavy instrumentation, marking a solid entry in the visual kei scene.
What we noticed
- The title track 'Cassis' features a dynamic shift between soft, melodic verses and heavy, aggressive choruses, creating a contrast that drives the song's emotional impact.
- The final track, 'Bite to All', maintains a consistent tempo but introduces varied rhythmic patterns in the drumming, which keeps the listener engaged throughout.
- 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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5/10
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — First major label single, solidifying the GazettE's reputation.
- Career context
- Released on December 7, 2005, Cassis marked a significant moment for the GazettE as their first major label single, following their earlier indie releases. This album solidified their position in the visual kei scene, showcasing their evolving sound after gaining momentum through their previous work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dir En Grey· Mucc· Alice Nine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cassis 6:45
- 2 蜷局 4:08
- 3 Bite to All 3:25
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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