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Noblerot

Ali Project · 1998

51 min · 13 tracks · progressive rock

Ethereal melodies intermingle with progressive rock textures, creating a dreamlike auditory landscape steeped in Japanese cultural motifs.

Why this album works

'Noblerot' is significant for its exploration of themes related to beauty and decay, becoming a defining album within Ali Project's discography. The album received critical acclaim, contributing to the band's growing influence in the visual kei and Japanese pop scenes, especially noted for its lush arrangements and poetic lyrics.
Best for
dreamlike soundscapes for relaxation steady pacing with gentle peaks immersive journey through cultural motifs
Context
By the time 'Noblerot' was released in 1998, Ali Project had established themselves as a notable act in the Japanese pop and progressive rock scenes. This album followed their previous work, 'Kagami no Naka no Aitsu,' and further solidified their unique fusion of traditional and contemporary musical elements.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Noblerot I 0:42
  • 2 Halation 4:32
  • 3 乙女の祈り Standout 4:32
  • 4 Rose Moon 4:19
  • 5 堕落論 Standout 4:27
  • 6 ナルシス・ノワール 5:11
  • 7 Noblerot II 0:35
  • 8 deep forest 4:18
  • 9 LOST CHILD Standout 5:26
  • 10 金いろのひつじ 4:00
  • 11 月光夜 5:25
  • 12 Rose Moon (Piano Version) 3:19
  • 13 LABYRINTH 4:27

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