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"Orbital Period" is the fifth studio album by Japanese rock band Bump of Chicken, released on January 24, 2007, under Toy's Factory. The album debuted at #1 on the Oricon weekly chart and includes the track "Karma," which served as the theme song for the Namco Tales Studio RPG "Tales of the Abyss." The album's title and cover art feature space imagery, reflecting the band's exploration of themes related to celestial movements and life cycles throughout the record's twelve tracks.
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orbital period ranks #49 of 114 in the J Pop Album ranking, behind A Song for XX, ahead of Past < Future.
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When was Bump of Chicken's album Orbital Period released?
Orbital Period is the fifth studio album by the Japanese rock band Bump of Chicken, officially released on January 24, 2007. It was released under the Toy's Factory record label and became a massive commercial success.
Did the album Orbital Period feature any video game themes?
Yes, the album includes the popular track "Karma," which famously served as the theme song for the Namco Tales Studio role-playing game Tales of the Abyss. This track alone significantly boosted the band's profile among anime and gaming fans.
How did Orbital Period perform on the charts?
The album was a commercial powerhouse, debuting at the number one spot on the Oricon weekly albums chart. It went on to sell over a million copies, making it one of the band's best-selling releases to date.
What genre of music is on Orbital Period?
The album features Bump of Chicken's signature melodic rock sound, characterized by emotional vocals and poetic, literary lyrics. The band blends upbeat alternative rock with softer, acoustic-driven ballads throughout the record.
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