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Period -the Best Selection-

Luna Sea · 2000

75 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock

A sweeping collection of emotionally charged alt-rock anthems that blend melodic intricacies with powerful instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • sweeping anthems for introspective moments
  • wave-like pacing that invites reflection
  • for late-night listening
  • emotionally charged sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy, immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Themes
Japanese rock evolution· emotional balladry· melodic intricacies
Career context
By the time 'Period -the Best Selection-' was released in 2000, Luna Sea had established themselves as a prominent force in the Japanese rock scene, following their acclaimed 1998 album 'Shine.' This compilation not only marked a retrospective of their influential sound but also came during a period of transition as they explored new musical directions before their eventual hiatus in 2000.
Stylistic neighbors
Dir En Grey· X Japan· the GazettE
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Blue Blood by X Japan — Shares a similar emotional intensity and melodic complexity within the Japanese rock landscape.
Kisou by Dir En Grey — Explores deep emotional themes with a mix of heavy instrumentation and intricate melodies.
Stacked Rubbish by the GazettE — Blends powerful alt-rock anthems with lush arrangements, echoing the same emotional depth.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 LOVE SONG 7:13
  • 2 STORM 5:09
  • 3 gravity 5:37
  • 4 TONIGHT 3:04
  • 5 END OF SORROW 4:22
  • 6 ROSIER 5:25
  • 7 TRUE BLUE 3:45
  • 8 SHINE 4:44
  • 9 I for You 5:33
  • 10 LOVELESS 5:37
  • 11 BELIEVE 4:08
  • 12 Déjàvu 4:38
  • 13 PRECIOUS… 4:25
  • 14 IN SILENCE 5:38
  • 15 WISH 5:52

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