Hades: The Other World cover

Hades: The Other World

Yousei Teikoku · 2014

57 min · 13 tracks · gothic rock

A haunting blend of dark wave and symphonic elements envelops listeners in an ethereal yet ominous atmosphere.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Hades:The end — The opening track sets a dramatic tone with its orchestral swells and haunting vocals, encapsulating the album's overarching theme of descent into darkness.
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    Dea×Crisis — This track stands out for its energetic fusion of gothic rock and electronic elements, highlighting the band's ability to balance aggression with melodic beauty.
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    Mischievous of Alice — Infused with whimsical yet eerie undertones, this song captures the essence of the album’s exploration of fantastical themes through a darker lens.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady unfolding of dark themes
  • haunting atmospheres for introspection
  • immersive journey through soundscapes
  • cathartic release of tension
  • for late-night reflection

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • seek instant gratification and hooks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on December 24, 2014, 'Hades: The Other World' marks Yousei Teikoku's fifth studio album, following their 2012 release, 'Ivy.' At this point, the band had solidified their place within the dark wave and gothic rock scenes, showcasing their evolving sound while maintaining thematic depth rooted in fantasy and mythology.
Stylistic neighbors
Lacuna Coil· Nightwish· Within Temptation

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • 昏き世界の慟哭

    The lyrics shift from a broad narrative perspective to an intimate reflection on despair, marking a poignant moment of vulnerability.

    This transition in perspective deepens emotional engagement by revealing personal stakes amidst the larger thematic landscape.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hades:The end 6:04
  • 2 神的創造 4:06
  • 3 Dea×Crisis 3:38
  • 4 昏き世界の慟哭 4:23
  • 5 絶望plantation 3:40
  • 6 filament 4:18
  • 7 覚醒、冱てる魂と運命の境界線 4:06
  • 8 神、ノゾム世界と箱庭幻想 3:57
  • 9 Fata Morgana 6:02
  • 10 愚かな結末 6:08
  • 11 糸遊のしたで 3:54
  • 12 Mischievous of Alice 3:26
  • 13 救世Άργυρóϛ 4:12

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata