Disillusion
Loudness · 1984
40 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal
A dynamic blend of heavy riffs and intricate melodies that define Japanese metal's bold creativity.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo dynamic flow intricate melodies for detail lovers engaging tracks with varied lengths
- Context
- Released in 1984, 'Disillusion' was Loudness's third studio album and marked their first international release, expanding their influence beyond Japan. This album followed their breakthrough success with 'Thunder in the East,' showcasing a refined sound while solidifying their place in the global heavy metal scene.
- If you like
- heavy metal, progressive metal
Disillusion is an album by Loudness, released in 1984. A dynamic blend of heavy riffs and intricate melodies that define Japanese metal's bold creativity. 'Disillusion' helped establish Loudness as one of the first Japanese metal bands to gain significant traction in Western markets, reaching No. 74 on the Billboard 200. The album is notable for its innovative fusion of traditional heavy metal with progressive elements, influencing later generations of metal bands. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Disillusion sound like?
A dynamic blend of heavy riffs and intricate melodies that define Japanese metal's bold creativity. Rooted in heavy metal and progressive metal.
What makes Disillusion by Loudness notable?
'Disillusion' helped establish Loudness as one of the first Japanese metal bands to gain significant traction in Western markets, reaching No. 74 on the Billboard 200. The album is notable for its innovative fusion of traditional heavy metal with progressive elements, influencing later generations of metal bands. Released in 1984, 'Disillusion' was Loudness's third studio album and marked their first international release, expanding their influence beyond Japan. This album followed their breakthrough success with 'Thunder in the East,' showcasing a refined sound while solidifying their place in the global heavy metal scene.
Who is Disillusion for?
Disillusion works well if you're into steady mid-tempo dynamic flow, intricate melodies for detail lovers and engaging tracks with varied lengths.
How many songs are on Disillusion?
Disillusion has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Anthem (Loudness Overture) 2:19
- 2 Crazy Doctor Standout 4:12
- 3 Esper 3:45
- 4 Butterfly Standout 5:15
- 5 Revelation 4:19
- 6 Exploder 2:28
- 7 Dream Fantasy 4:33
- 8 Milky Way 4:16
- 9 Satisfaction Garanteed 3:38
- 10 Ares' Lament Standout 5:31
Release Date
January 1, 1984
Artist Origin
Japan
Runtime
40 min 20 sec
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