Latency made their debut earlier this 12 months, common collectively from a number of ex-idols and reinvented as a band. A lot of the discourse round their debut centered round whether or not the ladies truly knew the right way to play their devices, making the track really feel extra manufactured than natural. However, that is Okay-pop. “Manufactured” is hardly a priority for many of us!

The group has returned with their first mini album and self-titled title observe Latency. In a sea of band releases this 12 months (even idol teams themselves appear to be in on the sound), Latency are proper on pattern. However for me, it takes an additional one thing for a band sound to stay out. With out the glitz and glamor of an idol routine, the music should converse for itself much more clearly.

With this in thoughts, Latency appears like an afterthought. It’s completely serviceable however lacks any killing factors that will have me returning for extra. A catchy guitar riff opens the observe, whereas the verses are largely pushed by percussion and keys. I don’t discover the vocals notably compelling and the development of the melodies has a well-known sound that feels extra rote than thrilling. I’m positive Latency will discover their followers, however to seize my ear they should do one thing extra distinctive.

Grade: C