Capricorn Sun

Capricorn Sun
Studio album by
TSHA
Released7 October 2022 (2022-10-07)
GenreElectronic
Length51:23
LabelNinja Tune
TSHA chronology
Capricorn Sun
(2022) 		Sad Girl
(2024)

Capricorn Sun is the debut studio album by British DJ and record producer TSHA.[1] It was released on Ninja Tune on 7 October 2022.[2] It features guest appearances from Nimmo, Oumou Sangaré, Clementine Douglas, and Mafro.[3] It topped the UK Dance Albums Chart.[4]

Background

The album's title derives from TSHA's astrological sign.[5] She explained, "I like to identify with some of the positive characteristics of a Capricorn: the hardiness and the work ethic... but also the sensitivity."[6]

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Aggregate scores
SourceRating
Metacritic81/100[7]
Review scores
SourceRating
AllMusic[8]
Clash8/10[9]
NME[10]
Pitchfork7.2/10[11]

According to the review aggregator Metacritic, Capricorn Sun received "universal acclaim" based on a weighted average score of 81 out of 100 from 4 critic scores.[7]

Ben Cardew of Pitchfork commented that "TSHA casually throws house, UK garage, R&B, pop, and breakbeats into the mix, in keeping with the relaxed dilettantism currently heard across much modern dance music."[11] Ana Lamond of Clash described the album as "a pop-focussed listen that wholly embraces its vocal elements as a driving force, urging its crowds to join along, all as one."[9] Paul Simpson of AllMusic stated, "While generally sunny and celebratory, the album is shaded with feelings of heartache and anxiety, inspired by personal issues, friends and family members, and club closure due to pandemic lockdown."[8] He added, "Well-sequenced and brimming with heartfelt energy, Capricorn Sun is an inspired effort."[8]

BBC Radio 1 Dance named it the best dance album of 2022,[12] and DJ Mag named it the best British album of 2022.[13]

Track listing

Capricorn Sun track listing
No.TitleLength
1."Galdem (Intro)"1:48
2."The Light"4:59
3."OnlyL" (featuring Nimmo)3:48
4."Water" (featuring Oumou Sangaré)4:58
5."Dancing in the Shadows" (featuring Clementine Douglas)4:37
6."Giving Up" (featuring Mafro)3:23
7."Anxious Mind" (featuring Clementine Douglas)3:27
8."Time"5:34
9."Power"4:18
10."Running"3:52
11."Sister"4:28
12."Nala (Outro)"4:55
Total length:51:23

Charts

Chart performance for Capricorn Sun
Chart (2022) Peak
position
UK Album Downloads (OCC)[14] 20
UK Dance Albums (OCC)[4] 1

References

  1. ^ Krol, Charlotte (16 June 2022). "TSHA announces debut album 'Capricorn Sun'". NME. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
  2. ^ Wang, Steffanee (6 October 2022). "TSHA On 'Capricorn Sun' & Searching For Euphoria". Nylon. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
  3. ^ Townsend, Megan (16 June 2022). "TSHA announces debut album 'Capricorn Sun'". Mixmag. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
  4. ^ a b "Official Dance Albums Chart Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
  5. ^ Yglesias, Ana Monroy (6 October 2022). "TSHA's Debut Album Has Arrived, But She's Still Dealing With Imposter Syndrome". Billboard. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
  6. ^ Buckle, Becky (31 August 2022). "TSHA drops new track 'Dancing In The Shadow' from upcoming LP". Mixmag. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
  7. ^ a b "Capricorn Sun by TSHA". Metacritic. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
  8. ^ a b c Simpson, Paul. "Capricorn Sun - TSHA". AllMusic. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
  9. ^ a b Lamond, Ana (10 October 2022). "TSHA – Capricorn Sun". Clash. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
  10. ^ Jolley, Ben (5 October 2022). "TSHA – 'Capricorn Sun' review: euphoric debut certifies producer's scene-leading ascension". NME. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
  11. ^ a b Cardew, Ben (11 October 2022). "TSHA: Capricorn Sun". Pitchfork. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
  12. ^ "Chase & Status, Fred Again... and Nia Archives score big at Dance Awards 2022". BBC. 9 December 2022. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
  13. ^ "These are the winners of DJ Mag's Best of British awards 2022". DJ Mag. 15 December 2022. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
  14. ^ "Official Album Downloads Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 5 December 2024.

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