Luv
Luna Sea · 2017
61 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock
A lush tapestry of emotive melodies and intricate arrangements that blend alternative and progressive rock sensibilities.
Why this album works
'Luv' debuted at number one on the Oricon Albums Chart, solidifying Luna Sea's enduring popularity in Japan's rock scene. The album received positive reviews for its production quality and emotional depth, re-establishing the band's presence in contemporary music and influencing a new generation of Japanese rock artists.
- Best for
- wave-like emotional build-ups dynamic progression with resolution introspective journey through melodies
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2017, 'Luv' is Luna Sea's first album in over a decade following their 2005 release, 'The End of the Dream'. At this point in their career, the band was embracing their legacy while exploring new musical directions, marking a significant return to the studio after years of sporadic live performances and individual projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Asian Kung-Fu Generation· Porno Graffitti· Bump of Chicken· L'Arc-en-Ciel· Flow· Ringo Sheena· Cornelius· SID
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hold You Down Standout 4:21
- 2 Brand New Days 3:44
- 3 誓い文 4:55
- 4 piece of a broken heart Standout 6:29
- 5 The LUV Standout 5:01
- 6 Miss Moonlight 4:54
- 7 闇火 6:15
- 8 Ride the Beat, Ride the Dream 5:32
- 9 Thousand Years 4:47
- 10 Limit 3:48
- 11 So Sad 5:04
- 12 BLACK AND BLUE 6:16
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