Champ
Tokyo Police Club · 2010
47 min · 15 tracks · post-punk
Energetic post-punk rhythms merge with catchy melodies, creating an exhilarating soundscape of youthful exuberance and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wait Up (Boots of Danger) — This track encapsulates the album's vibrant energy and lyrical depth, addressing themes of urgency and decision-making with a driving rhythm that invites listeners to move.
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Breakneck Speed — With its rapid tempo and engaging chorus, this song captures the essence of youthful recklessness while cleverly juxtaposing carefree lyrics against a frenetic backdrop.
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End of a Spark — The introspective lyrics paired with a more subdued melody highlight the band's range, showcasing their ability to blend upbeat instrumentation with deeper emotional resonance.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances energetic tracks with introspective moments, showcasing solid songwriting and production.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with driving rhythms and upbeat tempos, while the second half introduces more introspective tracks that slow down the pace.
- Several tracks feature layered guitar lines that create a textured sound, often accompanied by syncopated drumming patterns.
- The lyrics across the album frequently explore themes of youth and introspection, often delivered in a conversational tone.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- short, punchy listening sessions
- catchy melodies for background
- youthful exuberance and introspection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2010, Champ is Tokyo Police Club's second studio album, following their debut LP, Elephant Shell. At this point in their career, the band was transitioning from indie buzz to broader recognition, aiming to refine their sound while maintaining their signature upbeat energy.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Passion Pit· Vampire Weekend· The Wombats
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 2
- 1 Favourite Food 3:56
- 2 Favourite Colour 2:38
- 3 Breakneck Speed 3:44
- 4 Wait Up (Boots of Danger) 3:08
- 5 Bambi 2:46
- 6 End of a Spark 3:37
- 7 Hands Reversed 3:19
- 8 Gone 3:04
- 9 Big Difference 2:58
- 10 Not Sick 2:58
- 11 Frankenstein 3:31
Disc 3
- 1 First Aid Kit 2:37
- 2 Wait Up (Boots of Danger) (Passion Pit remix) 4:37
- 3 Wait Up (Boots of Danger) (DOM remix) 3:08
- 4 Young Vincent Price 1:24
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