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Glass Skin

Dir En Grey · 2008

16 min · 4 tracks · progressive metal · alternative metal · extreme metal

A visceral blend of extreme metal and haunting melodies, capturing the intensity of personal turmoil.

Glass Skin is a single by Dir En Grey, released in 2008. A visceral blend of extreme metal and haunting melodies, capturing the intensity of personal turmoil. 'Glass Skin' received considerable attention for its bold artistic direction, with tracks like 'GLASS SKIN' resonating deeply within the alternative metal community. The album's exploration of heavy themes alongside intricate compositions solidified Dir En Grey's reputation and influenced many contemporary Japanese metal artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Glass Skin sound like?

A visceral blend of extreme metal and haunting melodies, capturing the intensity of personal turmoil. Rooted in progressive metal and alternative metal.

What makes Glass Skin by Dir En Grey notable?

'Glass Skin' received considerable attention for its bold artistic direction, with tracks like 'GLASS SKIN' resonating deeply within the alternative metal community. The album's exploration of heavy themes alongside intricate compositions solidified Dir En Grey's reputation and influenced many contemporary Japanese metal artists. By the release of 'Glass Skin' in 2008, Dir En Grey had established themselves as a prominent force in the Japanese metal scene following their breakthrough album 'Withering to Death.' This marked their continued evolution towards darker thematic elements and experimental sounds, showcasing a shift in both lyrical depth and musical complexity.

How many songs are on Glass Skin?

Glass Skin has 4 tracks, running approximately 16 minutes.

Tracklist

4 tracks·16:57

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

  • 1 GLASS SKIN Standout 4:31
  • 2 undecided Standout 4:58
  • 3 AGITATED SCREAMS OF MAGGOTS -UNPLUGGED- Standout 3:08
  • 4 凌辱の雨 [LIVE] 4:20

Release Date

September 10, 2008

Artist Origin

Japan

Runtime

16 min 57 sec