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Ja, Zoo

Hide · 1998

58 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal

A chaotic fusion of heavy metal and punk energy, layered with theatrical flair and emotional depth.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • chaotic bursts of energy
  • theatrical emotional intensity
  • short tracks for quick hits
  • extended finale for deep immersion

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer predictable song structures
  • seek calm and soothing sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Ja, Zoo' was released in November 1998, Hide was already a well-known figure in the Japanese rock scene, having gained fame as a member of X Japan and for his successful solo career. This album followed his previous solo project, 'Psyence,' and showcased his evolution as an artist delving deeper into experimental sounds and lyrical storytelling.
Stylistic neighbors
Deftones· Karnivool· Gojira

Tracklist

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

  • 1 SPREAD BEAVER 3:24
  • 2 ROCKET DIVE 3:41
  • 3 LEATHER FACE 4:05
  • 4 PINK SPIDER 3:41
  • 5 DOUBT '97 (MIXED LEMONed JELLY MIX) 3:52
  • 6 FISH SCRATCH FEVER 3:46
  • 7 ever free 3:39
  • 8 BREEDING 5:02
  • 9 HURRY GO ROUND 5:30
  • 10 PINK CLOUD ASSEMBLY 21:43

What to play next

Psyence a Go Go
Listen next

Psyence a Go Go

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Psyence

1996
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