Mix-ism
The Mad Capsule Markets · 1994
47 min · 16 tracks · hardcore punk
Frenetic punk energy merges with electronic sounds, creating a chaotic yet infectious sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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MIX-ISM — The opening track sets the tone for the entire album with its aggressive beats and catchy hooks, encapsulating the band's unique sound right from the start.
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ナショナリズム NO!!!! — This track stands out for its politically charged lyrics and relentless energy, effectively critiquing nationalism while embodying the band's punk ethos.
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BE SILENT FUCKIN' SYSTEM — Combining heavy guitar riffs with electronic elements, this track highlights the band's innovative approach to merging genres and delivers an impactful message against societal norms.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Mix-ism blends hardcore punk with electronic elements, showcasing strong craft and distinctiveness within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features rapid tempo changes and layered electronic effects, setting a frenetic tone.
- Tracks often shift between hardcore punk riffs and electronic interludes, creating a chaotic yet cohesive soundscape.
- Several songs incorporate Japanese lyrics, which are delivered in an aggressive vocal style that complements the instrumental intensity.
- The final track features a significant drop in energy, contrasting sharply with the preceding high-octane tracks.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- chaotic energy for active listening
- short bursts of frenetic intensity
- for party ignition
- engaging tracks for quick sessions
- infectious rhythms that energize
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long, immersive pieces
- avoid chaotic and frenetic sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Mix-ism is The Mad Capsule Markets' third studio album, released in 1994, during a period of growing popularity in Japan's alternative music scene. Following their previous album, In the Name of the Father, the band began to blend hardcore punk with electronic elements, marking a turning point in their sound and expanding their audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Crossfaith· The Bouncing Souls· Enter Shikari
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 MIX-ISM 1:31
- 2 S・S・MUSIC 3:58
- 3 プロレタリア 3:28
- 4 NEW SOCIETY 3:19
- 5 PET 3:14
- 6 マネキン 3:33
- 7 ナショナリズム NO!!!! 2:09
- 8 オルゴヲル 2:18
- 9 IC シティ 2:53
- 10 TOO FLAT 2:43
- 11 古い時計 3:25
- 12 IQ SPEAKER 2:28
- 13 Neo Sunday～新しい日曜日 2:42
- 14 PROBLEM CHILDREN 4:30
- 15 BE SILENT FUCKIN' SYSTEM 3:04
- 16 黄色いピエロ 2:09
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