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Rinkaku

Dir En Grey · 2012

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

A visceral blend of extreme metal and haunting melodies that captures the complexity of despair and resilience.

Why listen to this

Best for
visceral emotional intensity throughout haunting melodies with sharp contrasts exploration of despair and resilience
Context
By the time 'Rinkaku' was released in December 2012, Dir En Grey was well-established in the global metal scene, following their previous album 'Dum Spiro Spero' which showcased a sonic evolution. This album represented a continuation of their exploration into darker themes and complex arrangements, reinforcing their status as genre innovators.
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progressive metal, alternative metal, extreme metal

Rinkaku is a single by Dir En Grey, released in 2012. A visceral blend of extreme metal and haunting melodies that captures the complexity of despair and resilience. 'Rinkaku' received critical acclaim for its ambitious sound and emotional depth, solidifying Dir En Grey's influence within the alternative and extreme metal genres. The album's unique mix of progressive elements and harsh vocal styles garnered attention both domestically and internationally, further expanding their audience. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rinkaku sound like?

A visceral blend of extreme metal and haunting melodies that captures the complexity of despair and resilience. Rooted in progressive metal and alternative metal.

What makes Rinkaku by Dir En Grey notable?

'Rinkaku' received critical acclaim for its ambitious sound and emotional depth, solidifying Dir En Grey's influence within the alternative and extreme metal genres. The album's unique mix of progressive elements and harsh vocal styles garnered attention both domestically and internationally, further expanding their audience. By the time 'Rinkaku' was released in December 2012, Dir En Grey was well-established in the global metal scene, following their previous album 'Dum Spiro Spero' which showcased a sonic evolution. This album represented a continuation of their exploration into darker themes and complex arrangements, reinforcing their status as genre innovators.

Who is Rinkaku for?

Rinkaku works well if you're into visceral emotional intensity throughout, haunting melodies with sharp contrasts and exploration of despair and resilience.

How many songs are on Rinkaku?

Rinkaku has 16 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·31:32

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

Disc 1

  • 1 輪郭 5:42
  • 2 霧と繭 3:59
  • 3 輪郭 Eternal Slumber Mix (Remixed by Akira Yamaoka) 5:22

Disc 2

  • 1 AMON
  • 2 LOTUS Standout
  • 3 OBSCURE
  • 4 流転の塔
  • 5
  • 6 激しさと、この胸の中で絡み付いた灼熱の闇 Standout
  • 7 THE BLOSSOMING BEELZEBUB
  • 8 mazohyst of decadence
  • 9 蜜と唾
  • 10 「欲巣にDREAMBOX」あるいは成熟の理念と冷たい雨
  • 11 DIFFERENT SENSE Standout
  • 12 DECAYED CROW
  • 13 輪郭 (Scenes From Recording) 16:29

Release Date

December 19, 2012

Artist Origin

Japan

Runtime

31 min 32 sec