“Bang & Jung & Yoo & Moon” is a mouthful of a unit identify and balks at Ok-pop’s love for catchy acronyms, however older followers will possible acknowledge the (shortened) names as members of boy group B.A.P. They debuted in 2012 and went on to have a rocky relationship with their company. After defying the percentages and shifting by means of a number of reunions, they now exist as a 4 piece. New single Gone makes for a sentimental return.

This type of cathartic rock monitor is commonly chosen to present its performers an opportunity to emote, and Gone‘s acquainted drive appears like a cushty balm. It’s not attempting to do something formidable or bizarre. The tune merely desires to harness the group’s decade plus historical past and make you really feel one thing. With this stated, Gone will possible have its largest attraction with mega followers. As a extra informal listener, the monitor comes throughout as stable however unremarkable. The blokes sound nice and Gone doesn’t make any sonic missteps, however its fixed need to paint throughout the strains and restrain its personal ambition makes for a considerably bland hear.

Nonetheless, I’m at all times blissful to see older generations of Ok-pop stars return to the fray and remind listeners of their legacy. B.A.P’s music typically had a rock edge, so this softer model of the style is smart given this stage of their profession.

Grade: C+