Mirror
D'espairsRay · 2007
61 min · 13 tracks · industrial metal
A haunting blend of industrial metal and melodic elements, creating an atmosphere of both chaos and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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TRICKSTəR — This track serves as a high-energy anthem that encapsulates the band's signature sound with its infectious hooks and powerful instrumentation.
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MIЯROR — The title track blends heavy riffs with ambient interludes, showcasing a dynamic contrast that highlights the band's artistic evolution.
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KOGOERU YORU NI SAITA HANA — This song features poignant lyrics and a haunting melody that reflect themes of longing and loss, illustrating the emotional depth of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances aggressive and melodic elements effectively, showcasing strong craftsmanship in both writing and production.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with aggressive guitar riffs and driving rhythms, while the second half shifts to more melodic and atmospheric pieces.
- Several tracks incorporate electronic elements, blending industrial sounds with traditional metal instrumentation, creating a layered texture.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting introspection with melodic chaos
- dynamic shifts in emotional intensity
- immersive soundscapes for deep focus
- cathartic moments of raw expression
Maybe skip if you
- prefer light, upbeat sounds
- seek straightforward, linear tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2007, Mirror marked D'espairsRay's third studio album, following their breakthrough record, Born, which established them in the Japanese visual kei scene. At this point in their career, the band was transitioning to a more refined sound while maintaining their intense energy and theatricality.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dir En Grey· Nine Inch Nails· Korn
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 DAMNED 4:48
- 2 TRICKSTəR 4:20
- 3 MIЯROR 4:10
- 4 SIXty∞NINe 4:34
- 5 KOGOERU YORU NI SAITA HANA 5:10
- 6 SCREEN 4:50
- 7 Lost Scene 4:31
- 8 Hollow 4:12
- 9 Closer to ideal 6:04
- 10 Angeldust 4:21
- 11 Squall 5:00
- 12 Kaleidoscope 4:58
- 13 DESERT 4:33
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