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Epic Narratives

Band-Maid · 2024

47 min · 40 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal

Dynamic riffs and powerful vocals intertwine in a relentless journey through hard rock and heavy metal.

Why this album works

This album has garnered attention for its ambitious production and lyrical depth, resonating with both fans and critics alike. Band-Maid's distinct style continues to influence emerging artists in the J-rock genre, while the album's lead single has already charted impressively on Japanese music charts.
Best for
dynamic ebb and flow experience wave-like pacing for engagement relentless journey through intensity
Context
With 'Epic Narratives', Band-Maid solidifies their status as leading figures in the Japanese rock scene, following their prior release 'Unleash!!!' in 2022. This album arrives at a time when they are expanding their international audience, having gained critical acclaim and a loyal fanbase for their unique blend of hard rock and visual kei aesthetics.
Stylistic neighbors
Rob Zombie· Ghost· Crush 40

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Magie Standout 3:06
  • 2 Shambles 3:25
  • 3 Protect You 3:17
  • 4 SHOW THEM Standout 3:16
  • 5 Forbidden tale 4:36
  • 6 Bestie 3:40
  • 7 Brightest star Standout 3:18
  • 8 Letters to you 3:11
  • 9 The one 4:10
  • 10 Memorable 3:16
  • 11 Go easy 3:01
  • 12 Toi et moi 2:58
  • 13 TAMAYA! 3:19
  • 14 Get to the top 3:07

Disc 2

  • 1 Intro
  • 2 BLACK HOLE
  • 3 Giovanni
  • 4 Balance
  • 5 HATE?
  • 6 Interlude
  • 7 Shambles
  • 8 火花
  • 9 I still seek revenge.
  • 10 Why Why Why
  • 11 Manners
  • 12 from now on
  • 13 Interlude
  • 14 After Life
  • 15 Go easy
  • 16 Memorable
  • 17 about us
  • 18 Bestie
  • 19 Corallium
  • 20 Brightest star Standout
  • 21 Interlude
  • 22 Unleash!!!!!
  • 23 H‐G‐K
  • 24 influencer
  • 25 Magie Standout
  • 26 NO GOD

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