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Shine

Luna Sea · 1998

70 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock

A vibrant blend of alternative and progressive rock, characterized by soaring melodies and intricate arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • patiently unfolding melodic waves
  • immersive experience for introspection
  • late-night reflective listening sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
millennium change· introspective hope· dynamic intensity
Career context
By the release of 'Shine,' Luna Sea was transitioning into their commercial peak, following the success of their previous album 'Style' in 1996. This album marked a strategic evolution in their sound, incorporating more polished production while maintaining their signature emotional depth.
Stylistic neighbors
Dir En Grey· X Japan· the GazettE
Sounds like this from elsewhere
OK Computer by Radiohead — Both explore introspective themes with dynamic arrangements and a polished, atmospheric sound.
Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness by The Smashing Pumpkins — Shares soaring melodies and emotional depth, blending alternative rock with progressive elements.
Origin of Symmetry by Muse — Features intricate arrangements and a similar blend of intensity and introspection in a polished rock format.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Time Has Come 6:34
  • 2 STORM 5:05
  • 3 NO PAIN 6:15
  • 4 SHINE 4:43
  • 5 I for You 5:30
  • 6 Unlikelihood 5:17
  • 7 ANOTHER 7:36
  • 8 MILLENNIUM 4:45
  • 9 BROKEN 5:11
  • 10 VELVET 4:27
  • 11 Love Me 3:50
  • 12 BREATHE 5:52
  • 13 UP TO YOU 4:55

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