2Z debuted in 2020 however nonetheless stay comparatively unknown to most Ok-pop followers. Nevertheless, I at all times try their newest comebacks as a result of the music tends to be persistently good. For me, the band peaked with 2021’s Silly, which married a terrific melody to upbeat, synth-kissed manufacturing. Now, 2Z is again with two title tracks for his or her newest mini album. The funky One thing Particular comes closest to replicating Silly’s sound whereas the ferocious Nice Pressure lets the whole lot free.
I don’t normally mix a couple of tune right into a single evaluation, however each of those title tracks are tremendous stable and deserve a point out. Greater than any of their previous work, Nice Pressure jogs my memory or peak-era FTIsland. The power smashes all through, egged on by boisterous guitar and pummeling drums. The observe vacillates between heavy riffs and quieter moments, giving it a dynamic sound that’s additional heightened by a dramatic vocal efficiency. The ascending melodies within the refrain are particularly efficient, providing thrilling pressure.
| Hooks | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 9 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8.5 |
Grade: B
In the meantime, One thing Particular opens with gurgling synth — immediately giving it a lighter, extra dance-oriented sound. Moderately than rising into a complete banger, the tune holds again. Nevertheless, this sense of tightly-wound power delivers its personal sort of pressure. Even throughout its extra subdued moments, the observe is extremely groovy. I admire the way it makes room for a developed bridge, momentarily switching momentum that opens the scope of One thing Particular‘s construction.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 9 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8.25 |
Grade: B
