Hades: The Other World
Yousei Teikoku · 2014
57 min · 13 tracks · gothic rock · symphonic metal · dark wave
A haunting blend of symphonic metal and dark wave, enveloped in gothic atmospheres and intricate melodies.
Why this album works
This album further established Yousei Teikoku's unique sound and aesthetic, contributing to the popularity of dark wave and symphonic metal genres in Japan. It received positive reviews from fans and critics alike, showcasing a deepening lyrical complexity that resonates with themes of despair and existentialism.
- Career context
- Released on December 24, 2014, 'Hades: The Other World' is Yousei Teikoku's fifth studio album, arriving after their critically acclaimed album 'Kōri no Hana' in 2013. At this stage in their career, the band was cementing their identity within the Japanese gothic rock scene while exploring more complex musical arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lacrimosa· Blutengel· She Wants Revenge
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hades:The end Standout 6:04
- 2 神的創造 4:06
- 3 Dea×Crisis Standout 3:38
- 4 昏き世界の慟哭 4:23
- 5 絶望plantation Standout 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
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