I rely myself among the many contingent of Chungha followers preferring when her music goals straight for the golf equipment, that means this spring’s title observe Eenie Meenie grew to become eclipsed by its clubbier b-side I’m Prepared. With new single Algorithm, she appears to have grasped the formulation (see what I did there?) many people have been ready for, however the track’s execution leaves one thing to be desired.

Algorithm heads straight to the dancefloor, putting Chungha’s vocals over a home beat and preserving the power brisk all through. The manufacturing pulses with a trendy drive. It’s relatively generic, however in a manner that feels immediately acquainted and welcoming. Aside from the easy percussion, numerous fascinating synth strains compete for consideration because the observe twists and turns. The flute-like sound in the course of the pre-choruses is very distinctive.

When Chungha first debuted, I had some misgivings about her vocal efficiency/association. That critique has softened quite a bit as her artistry has grown, however Algorithm takes a step again. I’m unsure if the bottom line is pitched too excessive or the vocal manufacturing is just too unadorned and/or compressed, however her efficiency typically feels at odds with the instrumental, stopping the track from absolutely exploding. Given its quick operating time, Algorithm struggles to search out its full potential. I like what it’s attempting to do, however the track doesn’t fairly get there.

Grade: C+