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Track Overview: Misamo (Twice) – New Look


Again in 2008, J-pop celebrity Namie Amuro launched the triple A-side 60s 70s 80s, the place she recorded three songs impressed by these titular a long time. My favourite was the 80’s-tastic What A Feeling, however the 60’s pastiche New Look wasn’t far behind. For his or her new single, Twice’s Japanese sub-unit Misamo have coated that monitor, tossing away the 60’s lady group sound in favor of a extra fashionable method.

The factor is, the 60’s sound (and Supremes pattern) is what made New Look a lot enjoyable! In the case of covers, it’s essential to tell apart your recording from the unique. In any other case, what’s the purpose? Misamo might have gone various methods with this monitor, particularly given the energy of its refrain. These enduring melodies poke by way of right here and there, however they’re buried by a half-hearted (and painfully sluggish) association. It’s as if the producers got down to drain all of the vitality from the music, choosing a noncommittal mix of low cost percussion.

I suppose the purpose of this method was to shine extra highlight on the ladies’ vocals. If that’s the case, New Look needs to be completely drenched in concord. We get some throughout the refrain, however not in a very artistic approach. Misamo carry out in addition to anticipated, however nothing about their supply feels distinctive or revelatory. Somewhat than make the music their very own, it’s as in the event that they have been merely handed a monitor from J-pop’s previous for a fast, naked bones cowl.

Hooks 8
 Manufacturing 6
 Longevity 7
 Bias 7
 RATING 7

Grade: C-

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