Dragon
Loudness · 1998
105 min · 23 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal
A vibrant mix of heavy riffs and melodic hooks, showcasing a mature sound from the pioneering Japanese metal band.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and flow
- Context
- Released in 1998, 'Dragon' marked Loudness's return to form after a turbulent period in the 1990s, including lineup changes and shifting musical landscapes. This album is significant as it showcased the band's ability to adapt while still retaining their heavy metal roots, following their previous release 'Ghetto Machine' in 1997.
- If you like
- heavy metal, progressive metal
Dragon is an album by Loudness, released in 1998. A vibrant mix of heavy riffs and melodic hooks, showcasing a mature sound from the pioneering Japanese metal band. 'Dragon' received positive reviews for its blend of heavy metal and progressive elements, helping to solidify Loudness's legacy in the genre. The album's release was accompanied by a successful tour that further increased their visibility in both Japan and overseas, contributing to a renewed interest in their music during this era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dragon sound like?
A vibrant mix of heavy riffs and melodic hooks, showcasing a mature sound from the pioneering Japanese metal band. Rooted in heavy metal and progressive metal.
What makes Dragon by Loudness notable?
'Dragon' received positive reviews for its blend of heavy metal and progressive elements, helping to solidify Loudness's legacy in the genre. The album's release was accompanied by a successful tour that further increased their visibility in both Japan and overseas, contributing to a renewed interest in their music during this era. Released in 1998, 'Dragon' marked Loudness's return to form after a turbulent period in the 1990s, including lineup changes and shifting musical landscapes. This album is significant as it showcased the band's ability to adapt while still retaining their heavy metal roots, following their previous release 'Ghetto Machine' in 1997.
Who is Dragon for?
Dragon works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing and flow.
How many songs are on Dragon?
Dragon has 23 tracks, running approximately 105 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 9 Miles High Standout 3:45
- 2 Dogshit 4:45
- 3 Wicked Witches 4:25
- 4 Crazy Go-Go 4:17
- 5 Voo Doo Voices 4:24
- 6 Kaisou 1:56
- 7 Babylon 4:54
- 8 Crawl Standout 5:17
- 9 Forbidden Love Standout 4:38
- 10 Mirror Ball 5:08
- 11 Taj Mahal 5:30
- 12 Nightcreepers 5:20
Disc 2
- 1 Ghetto Machine 5:04
- 2 Slave 3:17
- 3 Evil Ecstacy 4:10
- 4 San Francisco 4:09
- 5 Love And Hate 6:40
- 6 Creatures 5:30
- 7 Katmandu Fly 1:13
- 8 Hypnotized 4:44
- 9 Dead Man Walking 4:44
- 10 Jasmine Sky 5:47
- 11 Wonder Man 5:53
Release Date
January 1, 1998
Artist Origin
Japan
Runtime
105 min 40 sec
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