Although JYP Leisure’s output had a tough begin this yr, the company has been unfurling hit after hit over the previous few months. They’re set to complete 2025 sturdy and that extends to international (however principally Ok-pop up to now) group NEXZ. I haven’t been a fan of most of their music and new single Beat-Boxer nonetheless doesn’t wow me, but it surely looks like we’re slowly transferring in the fitting path.
There’s nonetheless loads of shout-singing occurring right here, as Beat-Boxer‘s verses are loud and proud with out actually amounting to a lot. However as we swerve into the refrain, the tune begins to tentatively embrace melody. It’s shouty melody, sure, however the vocal layering right here isn’t fully faraway from what we used to listen to from teams like SHINee and EXO. The second half of this chorus is very promising, delivering a extra sturdy sound that works because the tune’s centerpiece.
When it comes right down to it, I want Beat-Boxer was a bit extra centered. The general sound may be very busy, which provides power on the expense of a satisfying throughline. There are many attention-grabbing issues occurring within the manufacturing (particularly the percussion) and these components want extra space to breathe. Like so many latest Ok-pop songs, the association turns into like a blender, with each sound being shredded into the identical generic mush. Beat-Boxer may simply grow to be an incredible funk exercise if given a extra lithe, intoxicating groove, however even in its present type I discover it extra pleasing than a lot of the group’s latest work.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8 |
Grade: B-
