What makes The Sun Will Rise Again by Loudness notable?

This album received critical acclaim, particularly for its powerful production quality and thematic depth, addressing personal struggle and rebirth. It reestablished Loudness as a key player in the heavy metal scene, especially among fans seeking authenticity in the genre during a time when many bands were adopting more commercial sounds. By the time 'The Sun Will Rise Again' was released in 2014, Loudness had been active for over three decades, marking their return to the international scene after a brief hiatus. This album followed their previous release, 'Eve to Dawn', which showcased a shift towards a more progressive sound, cementing their evolution within the heavy metal genre.

Who is The Sun Will Rise Again for?

The Sun Will Rise Again works well if you're into triumphant moments of resilience, dynamic journey with peaks and encouraging anthems for strength.

How many songs are on The Sun Will Rise Again?

The Sun Will Rise Again has 13 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.

The Sun Will Rise Again

Loudness · 2014

59 min · 13 tracks · heavy metal

Explosive guitar riffs and soaring vocals collide with introspective lyrics in a celebration of resilience and the spirit of heavy metal.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Got to Be Strong — This track features anthemic choruses and motivational lyrics that resonate with listeners facing challenges, embodying the album's overarching theme of resilience.
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The Sun Will Rise Again — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's message of hope and renewal through powerful instrumentation and evocative vocal performances.
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Mortality — With its contemplative lyrics about life and existence, this track stands out for its emotional depth and showcases the band's lyrical maturity.
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Greatest Ever Heavy Metal — A tribute to the genre itself, this track celebrates heavy metal culture while delivering relentless energy and impressive musicianship from the band.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

56 /100

Foothills

Higher than 47% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting and production but follows familiar heavy metal tropes.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature high-energy guitar solos and fast tempos, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective pace.
Several songs incorporate dual guitar harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
The lyrics across the album often explore themes of struggle and resilience, with a notable shift in tone towards hopefulness in the final tracks.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
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

triumphant moments of resilience
dynamic journey with peaks
encouraging anthems for strength
uplifting melodies for motivation

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
avoid lengthy, cohesive pieces

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Reestablished Loudness in the international scene after a hiatus.
Career context: By the time 'The Sun Will Rise Again' was released in 2014, Loudness had been active for over three decades, marking their return to the international scene after a brief hiatus. This album followed their previous release, 'Eve to Dawn', which showcased a shift towards a more progressive sound, cementing their evolution within the heavy metal genre.
Stylistic neighbors: X Japan· Galneryus· Concerto Moon