Top tracks — play these first
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Asayake (Sunrise) Start here — Opening the album, this track sets an energetic tone with its vibrant melodies and intricate rhythms, epitomizing the band's signature fusion style.
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A Place in the Sun — The track features a compelling interplay between guitar and keyboards, showcasing the band's technical prowess while maintaining an accessible groove.
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Eyes of the Mind — This title track encapsulates the album's essence through its lush arrangements and expansive soundscapes, inviting introspection amidst vibrant instrumentation.
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Black Joke — With its playful yet complex rhythms, this track highlights Casiopea's ability to fuse elements of funk with intricate jazz improvisation seamlessly.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends jazz fusion with new wave elements, showcasing strong musicianship and distinct arrangements.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that features intricate guitar solos and syncopated rhythms, setting a lively tone.
- The last three tracks gradually shift to a more atmospheric sound, with 'Space Road' concluding the album on a reflective note.
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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
- steady melodic journey throughout
- uplifting rhythms for positivity
- for sunny afternoons
- engaging background for socializing
- refreshing sound for relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy intensity
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked Paulinho da Costa's debut and established his reputation in R&B.
- Themes
- Brazilian rhythms· R&B grooves· early '80s fusion
- Career context
- Released on April 21, 1981, 'Eyes of the Mind' was Casiopea's third studio album, following their self-titled debut and 'Galactic Funk.' At this point in their career, they were emerging as a prominent force in the jazz fusion scene in Japan, gaining traction both domestically and internationally.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chick Corea· Weather Report· Pat Metheny Group
Tracklist
- 1 Asayake (Sunrise) Start here 3:54
- 2 A Place in the Sun 4:43
- 3 Take Me 4:17
- 4 Lakai 4:14
- 5 Eyes of the Mind 4:45
- 6 Black Joke 4:07
- 7 La Costa (intro) 0:22
- 8 La Costa 3:50
- 9 Magic Ray 4:54
- 10 Space Road 4:48
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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