Shangri-La
Mucc · 2012
119 min · 78 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · alternative metal
A fusion of melodic hooks and heavy instrumentals, creating an atmospheric landscape of introspective lyrics and dynamic energy.
Why this album works
'Shangri-La' received positive critical reception, featuring prominently on Oricon charts and solidifying Mucc's influence within the visual kei movement. The album reflects a maturation in their songwriting and thematic exploration, resonating with both long-time fans and new listeners alike.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with interludes wave-like pacing for deep listening melodic hooks with heavy instrumentals
- Context
- Released in 2012, 'Shangri-La' is Mucc's eighth studio album, marking a phase of artistic evolution following their 2010 release 'Butterfly.' The band had solidified their presence in the Japanese rock scene by this time, exploring deeper emotional themes while maintaining their signature sound that blends alternative metal with more experimental elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Asian Kung-Fu Generation· L'Arc-en-Ciel· Luna Sea· Porno Graffitti· Cornelius· Flow· SID· Bump of Chicken
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Mr. Liar Standout 4:16
- 2 G.G. 4:25
- 3 アルカディア 4:52
- 4 ニルヴァーナ -Shangri-la edit- Standout 4:01
- 5 ハニー Standout 3:31
- 6 終着の鐘 3:23
- 7 ピュアブラック 3:41
- 8 狂乱狂唱 ～21st Century Baby～ 3:26
- 9 Marry You 4:10
- 10 夜空のクレパス 4:07
- 11 YOU & I 4:18
- 12 MOTHER 3:58
- 13 シャングリラ 6:29
- 14 TUISHINN 0:11
- 15 MUCC 0:11
- 16 HA 0:11
- 17 BUJI 0:11
- 18 15 0:11
- 19 SHUUNEN WO 0:11
- 20 MUKAEMASHITA 0:11
- 21 MADAMADA 0:11
- 22 JUUGO 0:11
- 23 SHUUNEN HA 0:11
- 24 TUZUKIMASU 0:11
- 25 KORE 0:11
- 26 KARAMO 0:11
- 27 IRONNAKOTO NI 0:11
- 28 CHOUSEN 0:11
- 29 SHINAGARA 0:11
- 30 MUCC 0:11
- 31 RASHIKU 0:11
- 32 IKERUTOKOMADE 0:11
- 33 TSUPPASHITTE 0:11
- 34 IKOU 0:11
- 35 TO 0:11
- 36 OMO 0:11
- 37 U 0:11
- 38 NO 0:38
- 40 MUCCER NO 0:11
- 41 MINNA 0:11
- 42 TANOSHIMI 0:11
- 43 NAGARA 0:11
- 44 TSUI 0:11
- 45 TEKOI! 0:11
- 46 TSUITE 0:11
- 47 KI 0:11
- 48 TE CHOUDAI! 0:11
- 49 TORIAEZU 0:11
- 50 ARUBAMU 0:11
- 51 KA 0:11
- 52 N 0:11
- 53 SE 0:11
- 54 I 0:11
- 55 SHITE 0:11
- 56 YOKATTA-! 0:11
- 57 (@@)/ 0:11
- 58 MUCC TOHA 0:11
- 59 TATSURO 0:11
- 60 MIYA 0:11
- 61 YUKKE 0:11
- 62 SATOCHI 0:11
- 63 KARANARU 0:11
- 64 YONIN NO 0:11
- 65 ROCK 0:11
- 66 BAND 0:11
- 67 DE 0:11
- 68 SU! 0:11
- 69 MAD YACK 4:19
Disc 2
- 1 黒煙 (2012.09.13 仙台Rensa) 2:48
- 2 FUZZ –Thunder Groove Ver.– (2012.09.13 仙台Rensa) 4:08
- 3 月光 (2012.09.13 仙台Rensa) 4:02
- 4 燈映 (2012.09.13 仙台Rensa) 3:56
- 5 娼婦 (2012.09.13 仙台Rensa) 4:44
- 6 心色 (2012.09.13 仙台Rensa) 3:34
- 7 暁闇 (2012.09.13 仙台Rensa) 5:39
- 8 家路 (2012.09.13 仙台Rensa) 5:45
- 9 流星 (2012.09.13 仙台Rensa) 5:12
- 10 優しい歌 (2012.09.13 仙台Rensa) 10:03
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