After a long-fought battle, Spotlight have lastly reclaimed their authentic title (Beast/B2ST) from their former company. Even so, it looks like they’re hanging onto the Spotlight moniker for promotions. They’ve promoted that manner for over seven years now, which is longer than many complete idol careers. With this in thoughts, I suppose it doesn’t make sense to hurry proper again to “Beast” instantly.
As an authentic fan of second-gen teams like Spotlight, I’ve realized my lesson relating to anticipating these teams to match the standard and pleasure of their greatest work throughout their latter day promotions. That’s simply not how pop music operates besides in essentially the most uncommon and extraordinary circumstances. With that mentioned, I can’t say I’ve been thrilled with a brand new Spotlight music in years, and new single Chains isn’t any totally different. The monitor is ok, however extremely forgettable and never even near their most iconic work.
On the plus facet, there’s a lot about Chains that feels quintessentially Spotlight/Beast. That’s largely right down to their immediately recognizable vocals, that are as sturdy and welcome as ever. Nevertheless, the precise music plods alongside with out a lot function. Uninteresting verses segue right into a too-slow pre-chorus earlier than the beat drops for Chains‘ fundamental hook. This section might use extra bounce to spotlight its funkier instincts. As an alternative of thrilling listeners or eliciting an emotional response, the monitor merely strikes via its items with a studied professionalism that feels extra like an obligation than a pleasure.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Longevity | 7 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 7.5 |
Grade: C
