A Okay-pop act’s title observe isn’t all the time the perfect tune on their album, even when it’s the one most individuals will hear. Typically, b-sides deserve recognition too. Within the singles-oriented world of Okay-pop, I need to highlight a few of these buried treasures and provides them the props they deserve.
Like title observe Snowy Summer season, Shut Your Eyes’ new mini album doesn’t instantly hit you over the pinnacle. Although it’s typically extra upbeat than its predecessor, the songs are nonetheless fairly subdued when in comparison with most Okay-pop. And like their earlier work, vocal texture and tone carry the day. Opener Love Paint has been designated as a second title observe, which implies if might presumably get a music video. That’s nice as a result of it’s a enjoyable little bit of old-school R&B, however the album’s third observe You has caught my consideration most.
With You, it appears like we’re getting the melodic heft of Shut Your Eyes’ debut bolstered by a extra driving beat. It jogs my memory of their superb How To Dance (a tune that I ought to have featured as a buried treasure). The textures are smooth and dreamy however the percussion surges ahead and provides the observe a bit extra depth. I don’t know what it’s, however I preserve wanting to match this group to my beloved B1A4. That’s in all probability wishful considering, as I haven’t but heard any tune that comes near B1A4’s greatest, however You‘s light surge has some similarities that trigger me to sit down up and take discover. I hope their music continues to flirt with extra energetic sounds sooner or later.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 9 |
| Bias | 9 |
| RATING | 8.5 |
Grade: B
