Top tracks — play these first
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PAGE Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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glory — This track features anthemic choruses and showcases the band's ability to merge melodic hooks with heavy guitar riffs, embodying their signature sound.
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Liberal — With its aggressive tempo and thought-provoking lyrics, this song reflects the band's commentary on societal issues while maintaining a high-energy vibe.
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The Dragon Cries — This track highlights the emotional depth of the album with its dramatic instrumentation and powerful vocal delivery, making it a standout moment.
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endless Story — The song blends intricate melodies with a compelling narrative, showcasing Band-Maid's storytelling prowess through engaging musical arrangements.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends hard rock and metal with dynamic shifts, showcasing strong vocals and instrumentation but lacks a cohesive narrative flow.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with aggressive guitar riffs and rapid drumming, while the second half introduces more melodic elements and varied tempos.
- Several tracks incorporate intricate instrumental sections that highlight the band's technical proficiency, particularly in guitar solos and rhythmic changes.
- 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 engagement
- powerful vocals driving energy
- intricate instrumentation exploration
- uplifting anthems for motivation
- consistent flow throughout album
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer short standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Debuted at number one on the Oricon chart, signifying wider recognition.
- Career context
- In December 2019, Band-Maid released 'Conqueror' as their fourth studio album, following the commercially successful 'World Domination' from 2018. This album marks a continued evolution in their sound, solidifying their presence in the global music scene as they gained international recognition.
Tracklist
- 1 PAGE Start here 4:18
- 2 glory 3:36
- 3 Liberal 3:11
- 4 endless Story 3:45
- 5 Mirage 3:55
- 6 At the drop of a hat 4:18
- 7 Wonderland 3:55
- 8 azure 2:50
- 9 Dilemma 3:36
- 10 Bubble 3:45
- 11 The Dragon Cries 3:55
- 12 flying high 3:43
- 13 カタルシス (Catharsis) 3:18
- 14 Blooming 3:49
- 15 輪廻 (Reincarnation) 3:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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