What makes Feeling Your UFO by Ling Tosite Sigure notable?

The album received critical acclaim within Japan, contributing to Ling Tosite Sigure's rise in popularity and establishing them as key figures in the post-hardcore movement. Its unique sound influenced a wave of indie rock bands in Japan, and it paved the way for the band's later success, particularly with their subsequent album 'Still a Sigure Virgin?' which gained international attention. In 2006, Ling Tosite Sigure was transitioning from their debut EP to a full-length format with 'Feeling Your UFO,' showcasing their growing complexity. This album marked a significant step in their evolution, solidifying their place in the Japanese indie rock scene and expanding their audience beyond local confines.

Who is Feeling Your UFO for?

Feeling Your UFO works well if you're into front-loaded energetic bursts, emotional turbulence throughout tracks and gradual build to climactic finish.

How many songs are on Feeling Your UFO?

Feeling Your UFO has 5 tracks, running approximately 22 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

Feeling Your UFO

Ling Tosite Sigure · 2006

22 min · 5 tracks · indie rock · progressive rock · post-hardcore

A frenetic blend of math rock intricacies and post-hardcore intensity that captures emotional turbulence.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

front-loaded energetic bursts
emotional turbulence throughout tracks
gradual build to climactic finish
intricate details for close listening

Maybe skip if you want

prefer straightforward song structures
seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context: In 2006, Ling Tosite Sigure was transitioning from their debut EP to a full-length format with 'Feeling Your UFO,' showcasing their growing complexity. This album marked a significant step in their evolution, solidifying their place in the Japanese indie rock scene and expanding their audience beyond local confines.
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