What makes Terror Hakuri by Loudness notable?

'Terror Hakuri' is significant for its reception within the metal community, reaffirming Loudness's status as pioneers of Japanese heavy metal. The album garnered attention for its intricate compositions and was well-received in various metal publications, contributing to the resurgence of interest in both the band and the genre during the early 2000s. In 2004, Loudness released 'Terror Hakuri' as their twelfth studio album, marking a return to form after a period of fluctuating popularity in the late '90s. This album followed their 2002 release, 'Spiritual Canoe', and showcased the band's continued evolution within the heavy and progressive metal scenes.

Who is Terror Hakuri for?

Terror Hakuri works well if you're into dynamic peaks of intensity, wave-like pacing with variety and immersive headphone detail exploration.

How many songs are on Terror Hakuri?

Terror Hakuri has 11 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Terror Hakuri

Loudness · 2004

60 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal

A relentless blend of heavy riffs and intricate melodies that showcase Loudness's signature Japanese metal flair.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Pharaoh — The opening track sets an epic tone with its complex structure and dynamic shifts, embodying the album's overarching themes of power and mystique.
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Cyber Soul — This track blends traditional metal with modern elements, showcasing Loudness's ability to adapt while remaining true to their roots.
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Detonator (Fire And Thunder) — With its explosive energy and catchy chorus, this song exemplifies the band's knack for creating memorable anthems within a heavy framework.
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The City Of Vampire — This track features haunting melodies and atmospheric instrumentals, illustrating Loudness's versatility and depth beyond straightforward heavy metal.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

53 /100

Foothills

Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album features intricate compositions and heavy riffs but lacks some cohesion in pacing.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature aggressive tempos and heavy guitar riffs, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more melodic section.
The album closes with a title track that combines both fast-paced sections and slower, atmospheric moments, creating a dynamic finish.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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

dynamic peaks of intensity
wave-like pacing with variety
immersive headphone detail exploration
cathartic release through aggression

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek simple, straightforward melodies

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Reaffirms Loudness's status in metal after fluctuating popularity.
Career context: In 2004, Loudness released 'Terror Hakuri' as their twelfth studio album, marking a return to form after a period of fluctuating popularity in the late '90s. This album followed their 2002 release, 'Spiritual Canoe', and showcased the band's continued evolution within the heavy and progressive metal scenes.
Stylistic neighbors: X Japan· Galneryus· Concerto Moon