Number 4
Ling Tosite Sigure · 2005
45 min · 10 tracks · indie rock
A frenetic blend of math rock intricacies and post-hardcore intensity, underscored by emotive Japanese vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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テレキャスターの真実 — This track exemplifies the band's intricate guitar work and rapid tempo changes, showcasing their signature blend of technical skill and emotional expression.
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Sadistic Summer — With its catchy hooks and lyrical depth, this song captures the essence of youthful angst and showcases the band’s ability to balance melody with intensity.
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CRAZY感情STYLE — This track stands out for its dynamic shifts and powerful vocal delivery, embodying the album's thematic exploration of chaos and emotion.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases complex compositions and dynamic contrasts, establishing a distinctive sound within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features rapid tempo shifts, with several tracks transitioning from intricate guitar work to intense vocal outbursts.
- Vocals often alternate between melodic singing and aggressive shouting, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections that build tension before returning to vocal-driven passages.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- steady mid-tempo progression
- dynamic guitar riffs engagement
- emotive vocals for connection
- consistent flow for focused listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer immediate gratification
- seek standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2005, Number 4 is Ling Tosite Sigure's second album, following their debut, and it showcases their evolution into a more complex sound. The band was gaining traction in the Japanese indie scene, marking a significant step towards their later acclaim.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Envy· toe· The Fall of Troy
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 鮮やかな殺人 4:45
- 2 テレキャスターの真実 3:26
- 3 Sadistic Summer 4:26
- 4 ターボチャージャーON 5:17
- 5 Acoustic 3:58
- 6 O.F.T 4:51
- 7 CRAZY感情STYLE 5:00
- 8 トルネードG 3:13
- 9 傍観 6:20
- 10 TK in the 夕景 4:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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