Capsize 7
| Company type | Indie rock band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1990s |
| Headquarters | Chapel Hill , United States |
Key people | Mike Jackson, Chris Toms, Joe Taylor, Geoff Abell |
| Products | Music albums and singles |
Capsize 7 was an indie rock group originating from Chapel Hill, North Carolina that gained activity during the 1990s. The band consisted of Mike Jackson, Chris Toms, Joe Taylor, and Geoff Abell. Their musical style frequently drew comparisons to fellow regional indie acts such as Polvo, Superchunk, and the Archers of Loaf.
History
Following the release of two 7" singles, Capsize 7 issued the 10" EP Recline and Go through Hep Cat Records in 1995. The band dedicated a year to honing their musical direction before recording their first full-length album at a venue in Chapel Hill. Their debut LP, Mephisto, was launched by Caroline Records in 1995. In 1996, they appeared as performers at Lollapalooza.
After Mephisto, the group worked with producer Mark Trombino in California on a second album intended for release via Caroline Records. However, the label decided to drop the band prior to its launch. Subsequently, lead vocalist Joe Taylor aimed to distribute the album through his own imprint, Pig Zen Space. This record, named Horsefly, eventually saw release on Pig Zen Space in 2010.