Sports cover

Sports

Tokyo Jihen · 2010

47 min · 13 tracks · smooth jazz

An eclectic mix of pop, rock, and jazz influences creates a vibrant and nuanced soundscape throughout the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • balanced progression with climactic moments
  • upbeat tracks for lively moods
  • engaging variety throughout the album
  • short bursts of energetic fun

Maybe skip if you want

  • slow, reflective listening preferences
  • long, drawn-out compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2010, 'Sports' is Tokyo Jihen's fourth studio album and showcases their continued evolution after the departure of guitarist Ukigumo. This period marked a shift towards a more experimental sound, reflecting the band's artistic growth since their formation in 2004. The album comes after the critically acclaimed 'Variety,' solidifying their status in the Japanese music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Cornelius· Shugo Tokumaru· Yuksek

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 生きる 5:25
  • 2 電波通信 3:24
  • 3 シーズンサヨナラ 3:38
  • 4 勝ち戦 3:28
  • 5 FOUL 2:31
  • 6 雨天決行 2:49
  • 7 能動的三分間 3:00
  • 8 絶体絶命 3:06
  • 9 FAIR 3:55
  • 10 乗り気 2:51
  • 11 スイートスポット 3:49
  • 12 閃光少女 2:57
  • 13 極まる 6:17

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata