Although JYP Leisure’s output had a tough begin this 12 months, the company has been unfurling hit after hit over the previous few months. They’re set to complete 2025 robust and that extends to world (however largely Ok-pop up to now) group NEXZ. I haven’t been a fan of most of their music and new single Beat-Boxer nonetheless doesn’t wow me, nevertheless it looks like we’re slowly shifting in the suitable route.
There’s nonetheless loads of shout-singing occurring right here, as Beat-Boxer‘s verses are loud and proud with out actually amounting to a lot. However as we swerve into the refrain, the music begins to tentatively embrace melody. It’s shouty melody, sure, however the vocal layering right here isn’t utterly faraway from what we used to listen to from teams like SHINee and EXO. The second half of this chorus is particularly promising, delivering a extra strong sound that works because the music’s centerpiece.
When it comes all the way down to it, I want Beat-Boxer was a bit extra centered. The general sound may be very busy, which provides vitality on the expense of a satisfying throughline. There are many fascinating issues occurring within the manufacturing (particularly the percussion) and these components want extra space to breathe. Like so many current Ok-pop songs, the association turns into like a blender, with each sound being shredded into the identical generic mush. Beat-Boxer may simply change into an amazing funk exercise if given a extra lithe, intoxicating groove, however even in its present kind I discover it extra gratifying than a lot of the group’s current work.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8 |
Grade: B-
