A Okay-pop act’s title monitor isn’t at all times the most effective 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.

TWS’s first Japanese single Hajimemashite (Good To Meet You) is true across the nook, and as with every J-pop single it might be pre-released at any second. Earlier than that, the group has unveiled their first anime OST — a pairing with common Japanese act Ayumu Imazu.

Once I first heard about this collaboration, my emotions had been combined. Ayumu Imazu is well-known and provides actual clout to the TWS model, however his songs are sometimes hit and miss for me. Both they’re funky and enjoyable or a little bit mundane. Not solely did he write Bloom, however his vocals additionally function prominently. Fortunately, the tune strikes an ideal stability between his and TWS’s sound, making the collaboration really feel very pure.

Bloom isn’t fairly as pop-forward as most of TWS’s work, however its vibrant, summery power meshes effectively with their discography. As normal, I completely love their vocals. It’s so good to listen to a boy group with such distinct tones. Having the ability to immediately differentiate voices provides a lot character. This buoys an in any other case easy tune, although Bloom‘s extremely catchy refrain would achieve success in any realm. It’s the sort of hook that sneaks as much as you — laidback however fairly potent on repeat listens. The great vibes are robust with this one.

Grade: B