TPC
Tokyo Police Club · 2018
51 min · 12 tracks · post-punk
Joyful melodies interlace with sharp lyrical wit, creating a vibrant yet reflective soundscape that defines Tokyo Police Club's evolution.
Top tracks — play these first
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New Blues — Opening the album, this track captures a sense of urgency and excitement, setting the tone with its infectious energy and clever observations about modern life.
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Hercules — This song stands out for its anthemic chorus and exploration of confidence versus vulnerability, embodying the thematic core of self-discovery throughout the album.
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Ready to Win — With its driving rhythm and optimistic lyrics, this track effectively encapsulates the band's revitalized spirit and determination post-hiatus.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases catchy melodies and thoughtful lyrics but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain an upbeat tempo with driving rhythms, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective pace.
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
- 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
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
- steady mid-tempo listening experience
- catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- for reflective road trips
- vibrant energy for casual gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seek instant gratification tracks
- prefer varied tempo experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 5, 2018, TPC is Tokyo Police Club's first album in seven years, following their 2010 release, Champ. This album marks a return to the music scene after a hiatus, during which the band explored various side projects and personal endeavors, allowing them to approach this record with fresh perspectives.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Passion Pit· Vampire Weekend· The Wombats
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Can’t Stay Here
A pivotal moment occurs when the perspective shifts from reflection to immediate action as the narrator makes a decisive statement about moving forward.
This shift underscores a thematic transition in the song, emphasizing agency and growth rather than stagnation.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 New Blues 4:20
- 2 Pigs 4:09
- 3 Hercules 3:31
- 4 Simple Dude 3:41
- 5 Unseen 4:03
- 6 DLTFWYH 4:44
- 7 Can’t Stay Here 4:34
- 8 Outtatime 6:19
- 9 Ready to Win 3:15
- 10 Edgy 3:29
- 11 One of These Days 4:01
- 12 Daisy Chain 4:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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