Loudness

Japan Est. 1981

"With a foundation of driving rhythms and dense guitar riffs, their music pulsates with a relentless intensity that commands physical response."

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The Law of Devil's Land

1983

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Career Arc

Loudness's discography from 1981 to 2022

1981 2001 2022

The Birthday Eve (1981) Devil Soldier (1982) Live-Loud-Alive: Loudness... (1983) The Law of Devil's Land (1983) Disillusion (1984) Thunder in the East (1985) Gotta Fight (1985) Odin (1985) Lightning Strikes (Loudne... (1986) Shadows of War (1986) 8186 libe (1986) Hurricane Eyes (1987) Jealousy (1988) Soldier of Fortune (1989) On the Prowl (1991) Loudness (1992) Heavy Metal Hippies (1994) Loud 'n' Raw (1995) Ghetto Machine (1997) Dragon (1998)

Loudness matters for their relentless dedication to pushing sonic limits and creating immersive experiences that resonate deeply within the heavy metal landscape.

Loudness matters for their relentless dedication to pushing sonic limits and creating immersive experiences that resonate deeply within the heavy metal landscape. Their impact has not only shaped the genre's sound but also forged a cultural identity where intensity and technical prowess are celebrated, inspiring countless musicians to embrace a more aggressive approach in their own work. The band’s innovative use of intricate harmonies, rapid-fire rhythms, and layered guitar textures creates a captivating soundscape that draws listeners into an electrifying vortex. This approach invites audiences to engage more actively with the music, encouraging headbanging and movement rather than passive consumption, establishing a unique performance dynamic that fuses energy with musicianship. In their songwriting, Loudness often navigates themes of struggle, resilience, and the human experience with a tone that balances sincerity with an underlying irony. Their narratives blend storytelling elements with impressionistic imagery, allowing listeners to interpret the emotional depth of each song while connecting to broader existential questions.

Full discography

Loudness's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

48 releases • 44 albums • 2 EPS • 1981–2022

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Albums ()

The Sun Will Rise Again

2014

2012

Eve to Dawn

2011

King of Pain

2010

The Everlasting

2009

Live Loudest at the Budokan '91

2009

Metal Mad

2008

The Legend of Loudness – Live Complete Best

2008

Breaking the Taboo

2006

Racing

2004

RockShocks

2004

Terror Hakuri

2004

Loudness Live 2002

2003

Biosphere

2002

RE-MASTERPIECES THE BEST OF LOUDNESS

2001

Spiritual Canoe

2001

Pandemonium

2001

The Soldier's Just Came Back

2001

Eurobounds

2000

Engine

1999

Dragon

1998

Ghetto Machine

1997

Loud 'n' Raw

1995

Heavy Metal Hippies

1994

Loudness

1992

On the Prowl

1991

Soldier of Fortune

1989

Hurricane Eyes

1987

Lightning Strikes (Loudness album)

1986

Shadows of War

1986

Thunder in the East

1985

Gotta Fight

1985

Disillusion

1984

Live-Loud-Alive: Loudness in Tokyo

1983

The Law of Devil's Land

1983

Devil Soldier

1982

The Birthday Eve

1981

Sunburst

2022

GOLDEN☆BEST: 〜EARLY YEARS COLLECTION〜

2009

8186 libe

1986

Once and for All

Rise to Glory

Samsara Flight

EARLY SINGLES (LOUDNESSのアルバム)

EPs ()

Jealousy

1988

Odin

1985

Singles ()

The Eternal Soldiers

2010

Crazy Night

2021

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Timeline

How their sound evolved over time

The Birthday Eve (1981)

Devil Soldier (1982)

The Law of Devil's L... (1983)

Live-Loud-Alive: Lou... (1983)

Disillusion (1984)

Thunder in the East (1985)

Odin (1985)

Gotta Fight (1985)

Lightning Strikes (L... (1986)

8186 libe (1986)

Shadows of War (1986)

Hurricane Eyes (1987)

Jealousy (1988)

Soldier of Fortune (1989)

On the Prowl (1991)

Loudness (1992)

Heavy Metal Hippies (1994)

Loud 'n' Raw (1995)

Ghetto Machine (1997)

Dragon (1998)

Engine (1999)

Eurobounds (2000)

Spiritual Canoe (2001)

Pandemonium (2001)

The Soldier's Just C... (2001)

RE-MASTERPIECES THE... (2001)

Biosphere (2002)

Loudness Live 2002 (2003)

Racing (2004)

RockShocks (2004)

Terror Hakuri (2004)

Breaking the Taboo (2006)

Metal Mad (2008)

The Legend of Loudness – Live Complete Best

The Legend of Loudne... (2008)

The Everlasting (2009)

Live Loudest at the... (2009)

GOLDEN☆BEST: 〜EARLY... (2009)

King of Pain (2010)

Eve to Dawn (2011)

2012 (2012)

The Sun Will Rise Ag... (2014)

Sunburst (2022)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Loudness sound like?

With a foundation of driving rhythms and dense guitar riffs, their music pulsates with a relentless intensity that commands physical response. Rooted in heavy metal and progressive metal. Start with Thunder in the East.

What is the best Loudness album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Thunder in the East" (1985). It's the most representative of what makes Loudness worth hearing.

Who is Loudness for?

If you're into heavy metal and progressive metal, Loudness is worth your time. With a foundation of driving rhythms and dense guitar riffs, their music pulsates with a relentless intensity that commands physical response.

How many albums does Loudness have?

Loudness has 48 releases in their discography, including 44 albums and 2 EPs.

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