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Nightmare

Nightmare

gothic rock, progressive rock

Japan Est. 2000

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Sound in a sentence: "Layered guitar textures and driving rhythms create a tension-filled atmosphere that oscillates between urgency and reflection."
Nightmare matters as a harbinger of darker themes within the progressive rock landscape, channeling the visceral essence of gothic storytelling into their music. Their presence has sparked conversations around the emotional weight that rock can carry, encouraging listeners to explore the interplay between light and shadow within their own experiences.
Nightmare matters as a harbinger of darker themes within the progressive rock landscape, channeling the visceral essence of gothic storytelling into their music. Their presence has sparked conversations around the emotional weight that rock can carry, encouraging listeners to explore the interplay between light and shadow within their own experiences. This duality not only resonates on an individual level but also enriches the collective dialogue around the genre's capacity for depth. Employing elaborate compositions interwoven with haunting melodies, Nightmare crafts intricate soundscapes that both challenge and captivate. Their approach often incorporates theatrical elements that transform each performance into a sensory experience, pushing the boundaries of traditional stagecraft. This innovation invites audiences to engage in a shared journey through narrative-driven songs that blend a sense of foreboding with moments of introspection. Lyrically, Nightmare frequently navigates themes of existential dread, inner turmoil, and the complexities of human emotion, utilizing a vivid storytelling technique that balances sincerity with an eerie sense of irony. Their writing embodies a voice that echoes vulnerability while maintaining an unsettling undercurrent, creating an immersive exploration of fear and resilience.

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Discography

24 releases • 16 studio • 2003–2015
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Singles ()

Naked Love

Naked Love

2008

Lost in Blue

Lost in Blue

2008

Konoha

Konoha

2007

Raison d'Etre

Raison d'Etre

2007

The WORLD/Alumina

The WORLD/Alumina

2006

LivEVIL

LivEVIL

2005

Cyan

Cyan

2004

Believe

Believe

2003

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