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Dum Spiro Spero

Dir En Grey · 2011

66 min · 14 tracks · progressive metal · alternative metal · extreme metal

A tumultuous blend of haunting melodies and aggressive instrumentation that challenges genre boundaries.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • haunting melodies for introspective moments
  • tumultuous waves of sound exploration
  • intense energy for late-night sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer immediate gratification
  • seek lighthearted, carefree vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
'Dum Spiro Spero' marks Dir En Grey's seventh studio album, released during a period of artistic exploration following their critically acclaimed 'Uroboros' in 2008. The band was transitioning into a more experimental sound, moving away from their earlier visual kei roots while still retaining their intense musicality.
Stylistic neighbors
the GazettE· X Japan· Mucc

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Kyoukotsu No Nari 1:58
  • 2 THE BLOSSOMING BEELZEBUB 7:35
  • 3 DIFFERENT SENSE 5:02
  • 4 AMON 4:03
  • 5 "Yokusou Ni DREAMBOX" Aruiwa Seijuku No Rinen To Tsumetai Ame 4:49
  • 6 Juuyoku 3:28
  • 7 Shitataru Mourou 4:02
  • 8 LOTUS 4:03
  • 9 DIABOLOS 9:51
  • 10 Akatsuki 3:33
  • 11 DECAYED CROW 3:48
  • 12 Hageshisa To, Kono Mune No Naka De Karamitsuita Shakunetsu No Yami 4:02
  • 13 VANITAS 5:27
  • 14 Ruten No Tou 4:27

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