The Frustrated
Glay · 2004
65 min · 14 tracks · rock music
A vibrant blend of rock anthems and introspective ballads, layered with intricate melodies and emotional depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with resolution
- dynamic journey through emotions
- introspective ballads for reflection
- uplifting anthems for motivation
- for evening relaxation
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy, complex narratives
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Solidified Glay's status with critical acclaim and commercial success.
- Themes
- inner turmoil· Japanese rock evolution· longing and desire
- Career context
- By the time 'The Frustrated' was released in 2004, Glay had already established themselves as one of Japan's leading rock bands following their breakthrough with 'Music Life' in 1999. This album marked a significant point in their career, showcasing their evolution towards more diverse sounds while maintaining commercial appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- B'z· X Japan· Asian Kung-Fu Generation
- If this clicks, go next to
- Ballad Best Singles: White Road — Continues the emotional depth with a focus on ballads, enhancing the introspective feel.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Yggdrasil by Bump of Chicken — Shares a similar emotional depth and introspective lyrics, blending rock anthems with melodic ballads.Sol-fa by Asian Kung-Fu Generation — Combines vibrant rock energy with themes of longing and personal struggle, echoing Glay's emotive storytelling.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "HIGHCOMMUNICATIONS".
- 1 HIGHCOMMUNICATIONS Start here 4:13
- 2 THE FRUSTRATED 3:47
- 3 ALL I WANT 4:30
- 4 BEAUTIFUL DREAMER 4:44
- 5 BLAST 4:23
- 6 あの夏から一番遠い場所 5:41
- 7 無限のdeja vuから 4:18
- 8 時の雫 7:23
- 9 Billionaire Champagne Miles Away 3:38
- 10 coyote, colored darkness 3:36
- 11 BUGS IN MY HEAD 3:43
- 12 Runaway Runaway 4:11
- 13 STREET LIFE 5:50
- 14 南東風 5:20
What to play next
This album is considered a Critical Peak in Glay's catalog. Solidified Glay's status with critical acclaim and commercial success.
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