What makes Kanashimi wa Kitto by UVERworld notable?

This album reached No. 2 on the Oricon charts, showcasing UVERworld's growing commercial appeal. It was well-received critically, praised for its innovative blend of genres and emotional depth, further establishing them as a significant force in the J-Rock landscape. Released on October 28, 2009, 'Kanashimi wa Kitto' marked UVERworld's fifth studio album. At this point in their career, they were transitioning from their earlier sound towards a more polished production style, following the commercial success of their previous album 'AwakEVE'. The band was solidifying their presence in the Japanese rock scene and expanding their audience.

Who is Kanashimi wa Kitto for?

Kanashimi wa Kitto works well if you're into front-loaded energy bursts, emotional peaks and valleys and dynamic rhythmic complexity.

How many songs are on Kanashimi wa Kitto?

Kanashimi wa Kitto has 6 tracks, running approximately 15 minutes.

Kanashimi wa Kitto

UVERworld · 2009

15 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock · pop rock · rap rock

A dynamic fusion of rock and rap, blending emotional intensity with rhythmic complexity and melodic hooks.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

front-loaded energy bursts
emotional peaks and valleys
dynamic rhythmic complexity
melodic hooks for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

prefer lengthy immersive albums
seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on October 28, 2009, 'Kanashimi wa Kitto' marked UVERworld's fifth studio album. At this point in their career, they were transitioning from their earlier sound towards a more polished production style, following the commercial success of their previous album 'AwakEVE'. The band was solidifying their presence in the Japanese rock scene and expanding their audience.
Stylistic neighbors: Fear, and Loathing in Las Vegas· Man with a Mission· Crossfaith

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

1 哀しみはきっと 5:17
2 撃破 3:45
3 美影意志 -single ver.- 6:18

Disc 2

1 UVERworld Classics vol.2 SORA
2 GROOVY GROOVY GROOVY (AwakEVE TOUR '09 additional order from 09.04.05 国立代々木競技場第一体育館)
3 D-tecnoLife (AwakEVE TOUR '09 additional order from 09.04.05 国立代々木競技場第一体育館)

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