Lee Chanhyuk’s second solo album is barely days away and guarantees to mine many traditional sounds of the 80’s. Previous to its launch, he’s shared new monitor Out Of My Thoughts (돌아버렸어). From what I can gauge from the spotlight medley, its synth-heavy sound is emblematic of what we’ll be getting on the total mission.
It’s been fascinating to see which course Chanhyuk takes for his solo work. There are tinges of the 80’s in a pair AKMU songs, however that’s by no means been a driving pressure of their music. Out Of My Thoughts seems like an extension of the textures he was working with again in 2022, tethered to an ethereal music that acts as extra of a vibe-setter than a spotlight all by itself. Out Of My Thoughts is strikingly easy, basically looping across the identical melody over and over. This may doubtless work higher within the context of an album than by itself.
As for the manufacturing, Out Of My Thoughts is as near synthwave as Ok-pop will get. It favors an insistent moodiness over noticeable peaks and valleys, making it very best as a soundtrack. It’s not the model of 80’s music I are inclined to gravitate towards, however it seems like there will probably be greater moments on the album so I’m desirous to see how this matches into the story.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 7 |
| RATING | 7.75 |
Grade: C+
