Inclination III
75 min · 26 tracks · J-pop
A vibrant blend of ethereal melodies and intricate arrangements that showcase Hamada Mari's vocal prowess.
Why this album works
'Inclination III' was well-received, debuting at number four on the Oricon Albums Chart and solidifying Hamada's status within the J-pop genre. Its blend of pop and classical elements resonated with fans, influencing a wave of artists seeking to incorporate similar stylistic fusions into their music. The album is also notable for its elaborate production quality, which marked a significant point in J-pop production standards.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments uplifting anthems for shared experiences ethereal melodies for introspective journeys
- Context
- Released in 2012, 'Inclination III' marks Hamada Mari's return after a brief hiatus following the release of 'Inclination II' in 2009. By this point in her career, she had established herself as a prominent figure in J-pop, celebrated for her emotive singing and dynamic performances. This album builds on her earlier work, showcasing her growth as both a vocalist and a songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Yumi Matsutoya· Junichi Inagaki· Kotoko
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Historia 6:37
- 2 Ilinx 6:45
- 3 Mirage 5:32
- 4 Stay Gold Standout 5:14
- 5 Fly High Standout 4:06
- 6 Blue Water 6:15
- 7 Sing Away 4:13
- 8 Heartbeat Away From You Standout 6:06
- 9 Somebody’s Calling 5:00
- 10 Crimson 5:17
- 11 There’s A Will, There’s A Way 5:14
- 12 Ash And Blue 3:50
- 13 Thousand 4:51
- 14 Wish 6:53
Disc 2
- 1 Momentalia【Live Tour 2012 “Legenda”】
- 2 Étranger【Live Tour 2012 “Legenda” extra】
- 3 Ash And Blue【Live In Tokyo “Aestetica”】
- 4 Stay Gold【Live In Tokyo “Aestetica”】
- 5 Fantasia【25th Anniversary Tour “On The Wing” in Tokyo】
- 6 Summer Days【Live Tour 2012 “Legenda” extra】
- 7 Tomorrow【Live Tour 2012 “Legenda” extra】
- 8 Emergency【Live 2002 “marigold”】
- 9 Don’t Change Your Mind【20th Anniversary Special Concert】
- 10 Crescendo【Live Tour 2012 “Legenda” extra】
- 11 Somebody’s Calling【Live In Tokyo “Aestetica”】
- 12 Ending SE〜Evergrace
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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