Hasu no Hana
Sakanaction · 2014
81 min · 8 tracks · J-pop · alternative rock · indie rock
Electro-infused pop melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics and experimental soundscapes, creating a unique auditory experience.
Why this album works
'Hasu no Hana' received significant acclaim for its ambitious fusion of diverse musical styles, leading to top chart positions in Japan. The album showcased Sakanaction's influence on the J-pop landscape and contributed to broader acceptance of genre-blending in mainstream music.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs introspective late-night moods
- Context
- Released on October 29, 2014, 'Hasu no Hana' marked Sakanaction's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'DocumentaLy' from 2013. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their status as pioneers in the Japanese music scene, blending various genres and expanding their artistic horizons through innovative production techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Spitz· Hyde· The Yellow Monkey· Alexandros· B'z· Ayumi Hamasaki· Asian Kung-Fu Generation· Nico Touches the Walls
- If this clicks, go next to
- Sakanazukan — Continues the electro-infused sound while exploring new thematic depths.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "さよならはエモーション".
Disc 1
- 1 さよならはエモーション Start here 4:22
- 2 蓮の花 -single version- Standout 4:45
- 3 Ame (B) -SAKANATRIBE × ATM version- 8:13
- 4 ミュージック (Cornelius Remix) 5:44
Disc 2
- 1 Good-bye Session featuring 環ROY -Broadcasted on Ustream on 2013.11.28- Standout 14:29
- 2 山口一郎×環ROY Talk Session 10:48
- 3 Sample STUDIO LIVE guest 佐々木"SUNNY"幸生 -Broadcasted on Ustream on 2014.8.5- 24:24
- 4 佐々木"SUNNY"幸生 Interview 8:19
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