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Sakanazukan

Sakanaction · 2018

153 min · 34 tracks · J-pop · alternative rock · indie rock

A vibrant fusion of electronic beats and melodic indie rock, layered with introspective lyrics and danceable grooves.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and builds
Context
Released on March 28, 2018, 'Sakanazukan' marks Sakanaction's sixth studio album, following their 2016 release '10th Anniversary'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their unique sound by blending various genres, establishing themselves as a key player in the Japanese music scene.
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Sakanazukan is an album by Sakanaction, released in 2018. A vibrant fusion of electronic beats and melodic indie rock, layered with introspective lyrics and danceable grooves. 'Sakanazukan' received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to J-pop and alternative rock, showcasing the band's evolution. The album debuted at number one on the Oricon charts and was praised for its artistic ambition, further entrenching Sakanaction as influential figures in contemporary Japanese music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Sakanazukan sound like?

A vibrant fusion of electronic beats and melodic indie rock, layered with introspective lyrics and danceable grooves. Rooted in J-pop and alternative rock. Start with "新宝島".

Is Sakanazukan a good place to start with Sakanaction?

Yes, Sakanazukan is recommended as a starting point for new Sakanaction listeners. A vibrant fusion of electronic beats and melodic indie rock, layered with introspective lyrics and danceable grooves. Released on March 28, 2018, 'Sakanazukan' marks Sakanaction's sixth studio album, following their 2016 release '10th Anniversary'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their unique sound by blending various genres, establishing themselves as a key player in the Japanese music scene.

Who is Sakanazukan for?

Sakanazukan works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing and builds.

How many songs are on Sakanazukan?

Sakanazukan has 34 tracks, running approximately 153 minutes.

Tracklist

34 tracks·153:35

New here? Start with 新宝島.

Disc 1

  • 1 新宝島 Start here 5:02
  • 2 夜の踊り子 5:02
  • 3 Aoi 4:16
  • 4 ルーキー 5:20
  • 5 アイデンティティ Standout 4:13
  • 6 ライトダンス 3:32
  • 7 セントレイ 4:01
  • 8 僕と花 3:51
  • 9 『バッハの旋律を夜に聴いたせいです。』 3:59
  • 10 ミュージック 5:23
  • 11 モノクロトウキョー 3:58
  • 12 Klee 4:16
  • 13 表参道26時 4:19
  • 14 アルクアラウンド 4:25
  • 15 アドベンチャー 4:57
  • 16 ナイトフィッシングイズグッド Standout 6:19
  • 17 陽炎 -movie version- 3:31

Disc 2

  • 1 ワード 4:30
  • 2 三日月サンセット 3:48
  • 3 ネイティブダンサー 4:24
  • 4 ホーリーダンス 5:12
  • 5 なんてったって春 4:31
  • 6 サンプル 4:40
  • 7 白波トップウォーター 5:30
  • 8 夜の東側 4:09
  • 9 スローモーション 5:18
  • 10 涙ディライト 4:05
  • 11 明日から 4:02
  • 12 仮面の街 3:36
  • 13 エンドレス 3:48
  • 14 years 4:22
  • 15 ボイル 3:30
  • 16 ドキュメント 4:48
  • 17 目が明く藍色 6:58

Release Date

March 28, 2018

Genre

J-pop, alternative rock, indie rock

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Artist Origin

Japan

Runtime

153 min 35 sec