Released 34 years ago this November
Floods of Tears
L'Arc-en-Ciel · 1992
11 min · 2 tracks · alternative rock
A swirling blend of melancholic melodies and introspective lyrics, encapsulating the essence of early 90s Japanese alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Floods of tears — The title track serves as a powerful introduction to the band's sound, showcasing their emotional depth and lyrical sophistication through its haunting instrumentation and poignant themes.
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夜想花 — This track highlights the band's ability to merge traditional Japanese sounds with modern rock elements, reflecting their unique artistic vision and setting them apart from contemporaries.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Introduced L'Arc-en-Ciel to a wider audience, marking their entry in the rock scene.
- Career context
- Released on November 25, 1992, 'Floods of Tears' marked L'Arc-en-Ciel's debut album. At this stage, the band was establishing their identity in Japan's burgeoning rock scene, following their formation in 1991. This album laid the groundwork for their future experimentation and genre-blending.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Asian Kung-Fu Generation· Bump of Chicken· Radwimps
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Floods of tears 5:42
- 2 夜想花 5:35
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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