The title “Badder Love” is grating on each grammar nerve I’ve. “Worse Love” would have sounded equally awkward, however there’s one thing about that “badder” that simply slaps me throughout the face. Nevertheless, that is the group who’s already promoted with “Bother” and “Ugly,” so I assume we’ve been warned. Regardless of the case, Badder (ugh) Love sees a shift in sound for EVNNE. Now that we’ve entered the summer time season, it’s time for Ok-pop teams to brighten their ideas, up the tempo and ship easygoing vibes.

On this case, Badder Love turns into EVNNE’s most melodic title monitor but. Over a driving pop beat, the monitor delivers a sentimental collection of hooks carried out with anthemic heft. Vivid synth runs beneath, giving the tune a considerably dreamy texture. It’s a youthful sound that feels ripped from the soundtrack of a coming-of-age drama. I are inclined to take pleasure in this fashion, particularly because it provides the blokes alternative to showcase vocals over common badassery.

Whereas Badder Love is satisfying all over and positive to take pleasure in nice longevity, it suffers from its lack of a novel calling card. It’s extra generic than particular, each in sound and execution. This ensures a sure stage of malleability but additionally paints with a broad brush that makes the music really feel much less very important. This can be a minor grievance, however parts like this are what forestall a superb tune from changing into an all-time nice.

Grade: B