Gold
UVERworld · 2010
12 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock
A dynamic blend of alternative rock and rap elements, driven by powerful melodies and intricate instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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GOLD — The title track encapsulates the album's vibrant energy with a catchy chorus and a fusion of rock and rap that defines UVERworld's style.
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CHANGE — This track highlights the band's lyrical depth, exploring themes of transformation while maintaining an infectious rhythm that engages listeners.
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MINORI — MINORI showcases a more melodic side of UVERworld, balancing emotional lyrics with powerful instrumentals that resonate with their fanbase.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production but lacks a cohesive flow across its short runtime.
What we noticed
- The second track 'CHANGE' employs a slower tempo with layered harmonies that build towards a climactic finish.
- The final track 'MINORI' incorporates intricate guitar work and dynamic shifts in intensity, creating a contrast to the preceding songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Gold solidified UVERworld's sound and established their reputation in the Japanese music scene.
- Themes
- Japanese youth culture· transformative journeys· live performance energy
- Career context
- Released on March 31, 2010, Gold marked UVERworld's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough with the album Awake. At this point in their career, they had solidified their sound and gained significant popularity in Japan, particularly for their energetic live performances and genre-blending style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fear, and Loathing in Las Vegas· Man with a Mission· Crossfaith
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 GOLD 4:04
- 2 CHANGE 3:52
- 3 MINORI 4:45
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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