Sydän, Sydän - Kapseli

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Review by Elise Michelle

Kapseli by Sydän, Sydän: A Trippy Slice of Finnish Art Rock That Still Haunts Me Alright, let’s talk about Kapseli. This 1969 gem from Finland isn’t your typical rock album—it’s like someone took all the weirdness of late '60s psychedelia, mashed it up with tight pop sensibilities, and served it on a platter made out of raw emotion. And yeah, maybe I’m biased because this thing hits different when you’re sitting alone in dim lighting, but trust me—it deserves way more attention than it gets. First off, props to the band (and whoever thought naming themselves “Sydän, Sydän” was a good idea—spoiler alert: it totally is). The lineup reads like a dream team for anyone into obscure Nordic prog-rock vibes. You’ve got Juho Minerva shredding guitar like his life depends on it, Mikko Rekonen hammering away at the drums like he's trying to wake up the neighbors, and Tuomas Skopa’s vocals floating somewhere between haunting and hypnotic. Oh, and can we just take a moment to appreciate Jari Veikko Minerva’s artwork? It perfectly captures the vibe: trippy yet grounded, artsy without being pretentious. Now, onto the tracks. There are two songs that stick with me every time I listen to this record. First up: “Lentävä Lähtö.” This track feels like stepping into a kaleidoscope while drunk on nostalgia. The opening riff grabs you by the soul and doesn’t let go. Like, how do you even describe something so simple yet so… alive? The interplay between the basslines (shoutout Tomi Mikael Flyckt) and those soaring vocals creates this strange tension—like you’re standing on the edge of something huge and terrifyingly beautiful. By the time the song builds to its crescendo, I swear I forget where I am. It’s not just music; it’s an experience. Then there’s “Peto”, which honestly might be one of the most underrated tracks ever pressed onto vinyl. From the first note, it feels dangerous—like walking through foggy woods knowing something’s lurking behind you. The rhythm section locks into this relentless groove, and Juho’s guitar work adds these sharp, jagged edges that cut right through you. But what really kills me is the lyrics—or rather, how they make you feel. They’re cryptic enough to leave room for interpretation, but somehow they still hit home. Maybe it’s about fear, or maybe it’s about survival—I dunno, but damn if it doesn’t stay stuck in my head for days. The production quality is solid for its era, thanks mostly to Aake Otsala wearing about five hats as producer, engineer, mixer, etc. Sure, some parts sound a little rough around the edges compared to modern standards, but honestly? That’s part of the charm. It feels real. Raw. Human. And then there’s the fact that this whole thing came out of Johanna Kustannus in 1969—a year when the world seemed to be falling apart and coming together all at once. Listening to Kapseli now feels almost like eavesdropping on a secret conversation between musicians who were trying to figure out their place in a rapidly changing world. So yeah, this album isn’t perfect. Some transitions feel abrupt, and a few moments drag slightly. But honestly? Those imperfections only add to its personality. It’s messy, emotional, and unapologetically itself—and isn’t that what art should be? Here’s the kicker though: after listening to Kapseli, I couldn’t help but wonder—if this album dropped today instead of over fifty years ago, would TikTok algorithms explode trying to handle its chaotic brilliance? Probably. Or maybe it’d just get lost in the noise. Either way, I’m glad it exists. Because sometimes, you need music that reminds you how strange and wonderful life can be—even when it hurts.

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Artist: Sydän, Sydän
Album: Kapseli
Rating: 3.83

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Filename: sydn-sydn-kapseli.zip
  • MP3 size: 56.1 mb
  • FLAC size: 418 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Pienen Pieni Piste
Maa Halkeaa
Lentävä Lähtö
Viimeinen Aamu
Pulinat Pois
Skorpionin Pisto
Kapseli
Peto
Lentävä Lähtö
Ducato
Uusi Vuosi

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Catalog Numbers

  • 2793733
  • 2793702

Labels

Johanna Kustannus

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Purple Marble
  • CD
  • Album
  • Digipak

Credits

RoleCredit
Artwork ByJari Veikko Minerva
BassTomi Mikael Flyckt
DrumsMikko Rekonen
GuitarJuho Minerva
Mastered ByJaakko Viitalähde
PhotographyMiikka Pirinen
Recorded ByAake Otsala
Mixed ByAake Otsala
ProducerAake Otsala
VocalsTuomas Skopa
Written-BySydän, Sydän
Composed BySydän, Sydän
Arranged BySydän, Sydän

Notes

  • Recorded at Mankku studio in Porvoo in Summer 2011.
  • www.sydänsydän.fi
  • www.johannakustannus.fi
  • www.fullsteamrecords.com
  • The tracks are numbered on the back cover from 42 to 51.
  • The album contains a hidden track at the end of side A that is not listed anywhere on the release.
  • The album contains a hidden track before track 1 that is not listed anywhere on the release.

Barcodes

  • Barcode: 0 602527 937335
  • Barcode: 0 602527 937021

About Sydän, Sydän

Sydän, sydän is a Finnish art rock/progressive rock/metal band from Helsinki.

Name Vars

  • Sydän Sydän

Members

  • Tuomas Skopa
  • Mikko Rekonen
  • Juho Minerva
  • Tomi Flyckt

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Kapseli* by Sydän, Sydän is a hidden gem from Finland's late '60s music scene. Released in 1969, it blends rock and pop/rock with an art rock twist. What makes it special? The band didn’t just write and perform the songs—they also arranged and produced everything themselves. It’s like a DIY masterpiece before that was even a thing. Plus, the track *Lentävä Lähtö* appears twice on the album—maybe they loved it so much they couldn’t resist including it again!