''For Long Tomorrow'' is the second studio album by Japanese

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band

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, released on December 9, 2009. It saw the band introduce new elements in their music, including the use of a

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, and minor vocals.

Critical reception

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writes in a review for the album " ll worth the wait, ''For Long Tomorrow'' is a compelling listen that retains the phenomenally played, complex arrangements of its predecessor, but sees Toe expanding their sound to incorporate a much stronger postrock feel." In an interview with ''

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'', Cadence Wu of

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says that although the album sounds similar to their debut, it "shows that they've matured musically" with the introduction of new elements like a

, and minor vocals, and a generally more experimental approach in their sound. Wu concludes saying "Toe's second album may sound at times like an extension of their debut, but the level of experimentation in For Long Tomorrow provides the light, upbeat sound the band was looking for".

Track listing

References

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