In the world of hip-hop, where new albums are released almost daily all over the world, a Los Angeles-based artist proved their presence by releasing their debut album, *ASCENT*, in 2024, followed by their second album, *DIVERCITY*, the following year.KAPSOUL, who works as a producer and DJIt is.
With a killer album in tow and the success of their triumphant tour in Japan still fresh in our minds, at the end of summer 2026...3rd Album "THE WAVE"presented.
"THE WAVE" by KAPSOUL
Produced by KAPSOUL
Mixed by KAPSOUL and EVOEL STUDIO
Mastered by EVOEL STUDIO
Cover photo by ASATO IIDA
Label8th & Olive
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Released at a rapid pace—marking the third consecutive year—this album samples the nickname of the Los Angeles radio station “KTWV,” which is said to have served as the inspiration for J-WAVE.
While maintaining KAPSOUL’s own roots in underground hip-hop, the sound—created using samples from smooth R&B, fusion, or 80s new wave—resonates with the urban image of Los Angeles that KTWV has long portrayed through its playlists.
"THE WAVE" also features a number of guests from Japan and the U.S. Among the Japanese acts, in addition to familiar faces like Sennincho, B.D., S-kaine, and OYG, the show also features SPRA, a group based in Tsukuba, for the first time.
From the U.S., they’ve hooked up with artists like the twin rappers TWIN$ and the Mexican-American singer MONTSE—artists who, though relatively unknown, show great potential. With a diverse mix of talents spanning different races and generations, they invite listeners on a new sonic journey unlike anything they’ve ever experienced.
