Tsukinami cover

Tsukinami

Kanon Wakeshima · 2015

49 min · 11 tracks · J-pop · baroque pop · neoclassical dark wave

A haunting blend of neoclassical melodies and J-pop sensibilities wrapped in whimsical yet dark lyrical themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical storytelling with dark undertones
  • dreamy soundscapes for introspective moments
  • haunting melodies that linger
  • playful yet eerie sonic textures

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy dance tracks
  • prefer straightforward, upbeat sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 25, 2015, 'Tsukinami' is Kanon Wakeshima's third studio album, following her 2013 release 'Shoujo Shounen.' At this point in her career, Wakeshima had established herself within the J-pop and neoclassical scenes, and this album reflects her continued evolution as an artist exploring darker themes and more complex arrangements.
Stylistic neighbors
Yuki Kajiura· FictionJunction· Aimer

Tracklist

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

  • 1 killy killy JOKER 4:38
  • 2 ツキナミ 4:53
  • 3 さんすくみ 3:58
  • 4 チョコレート 4:45
  • 5 signal 5:33
  • 6 ファールプレーにくらり 4:27
  • 7 サクラメイキュウ 4:35
  • 8 芸術家のかわいい想像たち 3:22
  • 9 ナイチンゲール 3:34
  • 10 world's end, girl's rondo 4:28
  • 11 モンスター・スター 5:16

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