Ultimate Circus
Nightmare · 2003
50 min · 13 tracks · progressive rock · gothic rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of gothic and progressive rock threads through surreal, theatrical landscapes.
Ultimate Circus is an album by Nightmare, released in 2003. A kaleidoscopic blend of gothic and progressive rock threads through surreal, theatrical landscapes. Ultimate Circus received notable acclaim for its complex arrangements and lyrical depth, showcasing the band's evolution in sound. The album solidified Nightmare's reputation, contributing to their influence on the visual kei genre and helping them gain a wider audience both domestically and internationally. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ultimate Circus sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of gothic and progressive rock threads through surreal, theatrical landscapes. Rooted in progressive rock and gothic rock.
What makes Ultimate Circus by Nightmare notable?
Ultimate Circus received notable acclaim for its complex arrangements and lyrical depth, showcasing the band's evolution in sound. The album solidified Nightmare's reputation, contributing to their influence on the visual kei genre and helping them gain a wider audience both domestically and internationally. Released as Nightmare's third studio album, Ultimate Circus followed their seminal work, Anima. By this time, the band had gained significant traction in the Japanese rock scene, establishing themselves as key players within the visual kei movement, characterized by elaborate aesthetics and theatrical performances.
How many songs are on Ultimate Circus?
Ultimate Circus has 13 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 promenade 2:24
- 2 muzzle,muzzle,muzzle 2:58
- 3 M-aria Standout 4:31
- 4 カブキロジカル 3:15
- 5 Believe 3:03
- 6 Mind Ocean〜喪失は雪と共に〜 6:03
- 7 HATE Standout 3:43
- 8 茜 3:57
- 9 36.7° 4:13
- 10 極東乱心天国 4:07
- 11 loopain 3:36
- 12 Over Standout 4:07
- 13 アクアリア 4:32
Release Date
January 1, 2003
Artist Origin
Japan
Runtime
50 min 29 sec
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