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Period -the Best Selection-

Luna Sea · 2000

75 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock

A sweeping collection of emotionally charged alt-rock anthems that blend melodic intricacies with powerful instrumentation.

Why listen to this

Best for
dynamic journey with emotional peaks sweeping anthems for introspective moments wave-like pacing that invites reflection
Context
By the time 'Period -the Best Selection-' was released in 2000, Luna Sea had established themselves as a prominent force in the Japanese rock scene, following their acclaimed 1998 album 'Shine.' This compilation not only marked a retrospective of their influential sound but also came during a period of transition as they explored new musical directions before their eventual hiatus in 2000.
If you like
alternative rock, progressive rock

Period -the Best Selection- is an album by Luna Sea, released in 2000. A sweeping collection of emotionally charged alt-rock anthems that blend melodic intricacies with powerful instrumentation. 'Period -the Best Selection-' reached significant commercial success, peaking at number one on the Oricon Albums Chart and solidifying Luna Sea's status in the J-Rock genre. The album is notable for encapsulating the essence of their career, influencing subsequent generations of Japanese rock artists and bands. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Period -the Best Selection- sound like?

A sweeping collection of emotionally charged alt-rock anthems that blend melodic intricacies with powerful instrumentation. Rooted in alternative rock and progressive rock.

What makes Period -the Best Selection- by Luna Sea notable?

'Period -the Best Selection-' reached significant commercial success, peaking at number one on the Oricon Albums Chart and solidifying Luna Sea's status in the J-Rock genre. The album is notable for encapsulating the essence of their career, influencing subsequent generations of Japanese rock artists and bands. By the time 'Period -the Best Selection-' was released in 2000, Luna Sea had established themselves as a prominent force in the Japanese rock scene, following their acclaimed 1998 album 'Shine.' This compilation not only marked a retrospective of their influential sound but also came during a period of transition as they explored new musical directions before their eventual hiatus in 2000.

Who is Period -the Best Selection- for?

Period -the Best Selection- works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, sweeping anthems for introspective moments and wave-like pacing that invites reflection.

How many songs are on Period -the Best Selection-?

Period -the Best Selection- has 15 tracks, running approximately 75 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·75:17

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

  • 1 LOVE SONG Standout 7:13
  • 2 STORM 5:09
  • 3 gravity 5:37
  • 4 TONIGHT 3:04
  • 5 END OF SORROW Standout 4:22
  • 6 ROSIER Standout 5:25
  • 7 TRUE BLUE 3:45
  • 8 SHINE 4:44
  • 9 I for You 5:33
  • 10 LOVELESS 5:37
  • 11 BELIEVE 4:08
  • 12 Déjàvu 4:38
  • 13 PRECIOUS… 4:25
  • 14 IN SILENCE 5:38
  • 15 WISH 5:52

Release Date

January 1, 2000

Artist Origin

Japan

Runtime

75 min 17 sec