Top tracks — play these first
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HOME Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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CONTROL — This track exemplifies the album's energetic vibe with its catchy hooks and danceable rhythm, making it a standout moment in Capsule's discography.
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DELETE — With its intricate layering of sounds and rhythmic complexity, this track represents Capsule's experimental edge, pushing boundaries within their established style.
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ESC — The concise structure and infectious beat highlight Capsule’s knack for creating memorable pop tunes while embracing electronic minimalism.
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12345678 — This track stands out for its playful lyrics and unique arrangement, showcasing the duo's ability to infuse whimsy into their dance music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Caps Lock showcases innovative production and thematic coherence, making it a standout in J-pop's electro-pop scene.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a consistent upbeat tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more ambient pieces.
- Each track is named after keyboard commands, creating a thematic coherence that ties the album together.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with peaks
- wave-like pacing experience
- playful experimentation vibes
- long, immersive listening sessions
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Caps Lock showcases a deliberate departure into experimental sounds within J-pop.
- Moods
- Energetic
- Career context
- Capsule, the duo of Yasutaka Nakata and Toshiko Koshijima, released Caps Lock as their tenth studio album, marking a phase of artistic evolution following their acclaimed 2011 album, Player. This release showcased their ability to merge various genres such as Eurodance and Shibuya-kei while experimenting further with electronic soundscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Perfume· Kyary Pamyu Pamyu· Towa Tei
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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HOME
The narrative shifts from an introspective tone to a more inviting one, welcoming listeners into a personal space.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 HOME Start here 2:17
- 2 CONTROL 4:36
- 3 DELETE 6:31
- 4 12345678 6:08
- 5 SHIFT 3:50
- 6 ESC 2:18
- 7 SPACE 4:42
- 8 RETURN 5:16
Disc 2
- 1 CONTROL (extended mix) 6:13
- 2 DELETE (extended mix) 8:56
- 3 ESC (extended mix) 3:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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