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Steven
Not only does this album portray HYDE's amazing sound, but it also offers fans of L'Arc a new way to look at one of their favorite vocalists. As far as U.S. debuts go, HYDE's proves to be one of the strongest yet, and when you throw in the fact that Tofu Records even mixed in a DVD of HYDE's "COUNTDOWN" and "SEASON'S CALL" music videos, it becomes apparent -- as a fan of HYDE, L'Arc~en~Ciel or J-Rock in general -- you would have to be an idiot not to pick up this release.
Nepenthes
Pros: Hyde's amazing voice, nice concept, you gotta give him kudos for that English, mostly good. No really bad songs. No bad songs at all really. Arrangements are less simplistic than 666. Depending on your pov, the lyrics. Straightforward, yes, but also thoughtful.
Cons: the singles didn't seem to fit with the rest, the drumming on Season's Call, the rather grating vocals of Made In Heaven (though I like the song), sometimes the uber distortion is a little much. Depending on your pov, the lyrics. If you hate them,you're missing some good music.
