Search - Gackt :: Love Letter, Vol. 2

The ultimate realization of one side of Gackt

Andrew Osamu Johnson | Noboribetsu, Hokkaido, Japan | 04/09/2005

(4 out of 5 stars)

"With `Love Letter`, Gackt has officially announced himself as a vocal artist. I`m thrilled about this development because his songwriting skills and especially his voice are on full display without the silly production tricks found on his earlier stuff to muck things up.



Be prepared for an album of mostly acoustic ballads, there is nothing on here even resembling j-rock. If you are a fan of Gackt`s voice then this album will give you everything you need, but if you`re expecting high-tempo rock you`ll be disappointed.



I really like this album and it`ll make my top 10 of the year, but the reason it gets four stars is that a couple songs are duds. Still highly recommended."

Bliss

Nefertiry | USA | 08/28/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I am a Gackt fan and I couldn't help buying something more mellow.



It's amazing how many people think that just because he's beautiful or because his usual genre is jrock that he cannot sing.



His voice is uniquely enchanting with a pitch that is just right in all of the notes of each and every song he sings/writes.



It's a must have for all Gackt fans because we can truly appreciate the range of his voice and hear him sing with feelings that are more romantic and sensual (not that his other releases have not been.)



Gackt is a truly talented artist whom deserves to be recognized not only for his singing-- but for how well he plays an arsenal of instruments. This man truly knows music.



Every single note, every verse, every piece of his music has REAL feelings and they translate so strongly that you will get chilled to the bone if only you open up.



Even if you cannot understand Japanese-- you're going to definitely understand what the songs try to communicate; the story is carefully woven into every part of the songs...



Once again-- I am floored.



For the skeptics-- check this album out. You'll understand why many people are crazy about Gackt."