A Okay-pop act’s title monitor isn’t at all times the perfect track on their album, even when it’s the one most individuals will hear. Generally, b-sides deserve recognition too. Within the singles-oriented world of Okay-pop, I wish to highlight a few of these buried treasures and provides them the props they deserve.

The KickFlip machine at JYP Leisure is firing on all cylinders. A part of that’s because of the members’ contributions to their very own music, making certain a pure character and signature sound, however the greatest power I’ve observed is that the group follows a strict components. And you understand what? When a components is working, I like this strategy to pop music. Each their new album and their final one took the very same strategy: rock-fueled pre-release adopted by a quirkier (however nonetheless decidedly rock) title monitor. Band-Help/My First Love Music and Twenty/Eye-Poppin’ are whole twins and all 4 songs are winners.

That profitable streak continues into the mini-album, which clocks in at a beneficiant seven tracks. Nothing’s fairly as sturdy because the promoted materials, however My First Kick is stable all through. I assumed I’d highlight Scroll in the present day, just because it’s the catchiest upbeat b-side (although I’m fairly a fan of the slower My Route as effectively). This track jogs my memory of one thing TWS may provide you with, which isn’t too shocking given the musical crossover between the 2 teams. A shuffling beat retains the power of the verses brisk, however the effusive refrain is the true star right here. I like when choruses open on a excessive earlier than coasting downward. This melodic construction offers such clear delineation between items of the track, constructing a chorus that naturally makes you wish to sing alongside.

Grade: B