Dum Spiro Spero
Dir En Grey · 2011
66 min · 14 tracks · progressive metal · alternative metal · extreme metal
A tumultuous blend of haunting melodies and aggressive instrumentation that challenges genre boundaries.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks haunting melodies for introspective moments tumultuous waves of sound exploration
- Context
- 'Dum Spiro Spero' marks Dir En Grey's seventh studio album, released during a period of artistic exploration following their critically acclaimed 'Uroboros' in 2008. The band was transitioning into a more experimental sound, moving away from their earlier visual kei roots while still retaining their intense musicality.
- If you like
- progressive metal, alternative metal, extreme metal
Dum Spiro Spero is an album by Dir En Grey, released in 2011. A tumultuous blend of haunting melodies and aggressive instrumentation that challenges genre boundaries. The album debuted at number 1 on the Oricon charts, showcasing its commercial success in Japan. Its bold thematic content and complex compositions pushed the boundaries of alternative and extreme metal, influencing both fans and contemporaries in the Japanese rock scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dum Spiro Spero sound like?
A tumultuous blend of haunting melodies and aggressive instrumentation that challenges genre boundaries. Rooted in progressive metal and alternative metal.
What makes Dum Spiro Spero by Dir En Grey notable?
The album debuted at number 1 on the Oricon charts, showcasing its commercial success in Japan. Its bold thematic content and complex compositions pushed the boundaries of alternative and extreme metal, influencing both fans and contemporaries in the Japanese rock scene. 'Dum Spiro Spero' marks Dir En Grey's seventh studio album, released during a period of artistic exploration following their critically acclaimed 'Uroboros' in 2008. The band was transitioning into a more experimental sound, moving away from their earlier visual kei roots while still retaining their intense musicality.
Who is Dum Spiro Spero for?
Dum Spiro Spero works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, haunting melodies for introspective moments and tumultuous waves of sound exploration.
How many songs are on Dum Spiro Spero?
Dum Spiro Spero has 14 tracks, running approximately 66 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Kyoukotsu No Nari 1:58
- 2 THE BLOSSOMING BEELZEBUB Standout 7:35
- 3 DIFFERENT SENSE 5:02
- 4 AMON 4:03
- 5 "Yokusou Ni DREAMBOX" Aruiwa Seijuku No Rinen To Tsumetai Ame 4:49
- 6 Juuyoku 3:28
- 7 Shitataru Mourou 4:02
- 8 LOTUS Standout 4:03
- 9 DIABOLOS Standout 9:51
- 10 Akatsuki 3:33
- 11 DECAYED CROW 3:48
- 12 Hageshisa To, Kono Mune No Naka De Karamitsuita Shakunetsu No Yami 4:02
- 13 VANITAS 5:27
- 14 Ruten No Tou 4:27
Release Date
January 1, 2011
Artist Origin
Japan
Runtime
66 min 8 sec
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