A Okay-pop act’s title observe isn’t all the time the very best music on their album, even when it’s the one most individuals will hear. Generally, b-sides deserve recognition too. Within the singles-oriented world of Okay-pop, I wish to highlight a few of these buried treasures and provides them the props they deserve.
Each boy group price their salt wants a observe referred to as Firework, and simply as that title implies these songs often provide a celebratory rush of pleasure. ZEROBASEONE’s Firework arrives on their latest Japanese EP. Their J-pop work tends to lean closely into the sound of that market, however Firework is produced by a cadre of Korean abilities and feels far more like traditional Okay-pop.
The music’s opening chants don’t precisely encourage confidence, however the thrilling guitar riffs and anthemic melodies that observe get us heading in the right direction. From right here, Firework bounds with indefatigable vitality. It’s nudged alongside by a sturdy instrumental that provides strings and rugged digital bass to the combo that give the observe a way of fullness. We’ve heard numerous productions like this in Okay-pop, however few throw as many various components on the wall as Firework does. This bombast buoys a strong — however unremarkable — collection of melodies. And at over three and a half minutes, the music is allowed to construct towards a real climax. I’d love to listen to a sound like this for the group’s upcoming Korean comeback.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Longevity | 9 |
| Bias | 9 |
| RATING | 8.75 |
Grade: B+
