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Far on the Water

Kalafina · 2015

76 min · 17 tracks · J-pop · baroque pop

Lush harmonies and intricate arrangements weave together to create a dreamlike soundscape filled with emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow with emotional peaks
  • dreamlike soundscapes for reflection
  • immersive listening for solitude
  • lush harmonies that invite introspection
  • gradual builds that reward patience

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 16, 2015, 'Far on the Water' is Kalafina's fifth studio album, coming after their 2013 release 'Consolation.' At this point, the group was solidifying their status in the J-pop scene, following their early success with music for anime soundtracks, and continuing to evolve their baroque pop style.
Stylistic neighbors
FictionJunction· Lisa· Aimer

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 into the water 1:37
  • 2 monochrome 3:32
  • 3 五月的魔法 4:57
  • 4 ring your bell 5:16
  • 5 淡紫 5:10
  • 6 identify 4:29
  • 7 灯影 3:11
  • 8 One Light 4:42
  • 9 解開心結 5:21
  • 10 heavenly blue 5:22
  • 11 空色的椅子 3:18
  • 12 believe 4:51
  • 13 far on the water 4:31

Disc 2

  • 1 heavenly blue Music Video 5:35
  • 2 far on the water Music Video 4:40
  • 3 ring your bell ~2015.2.28 at 日本武道館~ 5:29
  • 4 far on the water ~2015.3.1 at 日本武道館~ 4:57

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