PREVIOUS RECAPS: Episode One // Episode Two // Episode Three // Episode 4
Originally of the episode, the Planet Okay and Planet C survivors have been revealed to one another by way of a dramatic falling curtain flourish. I do not know how they received everybody located behind all sides of the curtain with out one another noticing (although I might guess good cash that they did discover and needed to pretend shock). Gosh, the variety of Planet C boys regarded so small.
This primary efficiency spherical is made up of songs from artists who all gained the most effective rookie award at MAMA, although a lot of the songs aren’t debut title tracks. We’ve received TVXQ’s Rising Solar in there, which along with being my second favourite Okay-pop tune of all time is an… formidable selection, to say the least. (And by “formidable,” I imply there’s no approach these guys are going to do it justice)
And predictably, MNET has structured the foundations in order that we get an “Avengers crew” crammed with all of the standout, top-ranked contributors. The producers LOVE this trope and refuse to let it go regardless of how predictable it’s turn into. And naturally, the highest-ranking group will get to select their tune first. The caste system is powerful this season.
Anyway, this spherical is ready up in order that two groups carry out the identical tune and problem one another for the win. It’s an actual “David & Goliath” idea, because the lower-ranked groups have an opportunity to win extra factors in the event that they problem the higher-ranked ones and win. A number of technique, right here.
At one level, one of many teams was panicking, saying “we don’t have a important singer!” I’m like… welcome to Okay-pop proper now, guys! “Primary singers” aren’t in vogue, sadly. The truth is, so many trainees have been avoiding the primary vocal place just like the plague. I suppose they don’t need that dreaded voice crack second that will get replayed again and again. In the meantime, rap and dance have been standard in each group. Le sigh.
At one level, a member was nearly compelled into the “sub-rapper” spot simply because he was the shortest! Not cool. I’m rooting for that shorty, now.
Additionally, we have been handled to a extremely horrible rendition of Rising Solar’s iconic excessive notice again and again. Thanks, producers. I hate it.
The truth is, that energy notice grew to become a recurring drama all through the episode. You already know, should you deal with one thing an excessive amount of you’re certain to psyche your self out. However when you’ve got any doubts whether or not or not you’ll be able to hit an enormous notice, you in all probability shouldn’t be trying it within the first place.
Okay, now it’s time to get this present on the street. We gained’t see all performances this week as a result of every comes with roughly two hours of behind-the-scenes footage (very slight exaggeration, there), however the first spherical kicks off this week. The efficiency order was determined by a collection of foolish video games that’s mainly simply an commercial for one of many present’s sponsors (Bibigo). It’s ALWAYS product placement with MNET.
S-Class (Stray Youngsters) Staff 2
This can be a “one star” crew, that means their ranks are all very low. They’re battling an “all star” crew, which is clearly not honest however creates good TV drama, I suppose. Although they’re “Staff 2,” they’re performing first. Complicated.
This efficiency was an actual combined bag. Min Jae is sort of a robust performer and anchored the stage, however there have been additionally some downright terrible vocal moments from different members (Han Wen, largely) and it’s not like this can be a vocally demanding tune. Plus, it felt like they type of misplaced the beat because the tune went on. A few of the rap felt a bit aimless. I suppose that’s what you get with a “one star” crew, although.
S-Class (Stray Youngsters) Staff 1
That is that aforementioned “all star” crew. Clearly, their efficiency is significantly better than that final one. Thanks for eliminating all rigidity, MNET! They actually nailed the power, even when I don’t personally like this tune or type of efficiency. It was very polished and debut-ready. Largely, although, I’m simply comfortable I don’t have to listen to this tune once more.
My Selection: Staff 1
Voting Outcomes: Staff 1 (as if it was ever in query)
Plot Twist (TWS) Staff 1
I’ve mentioned this earlier than, however I really assume “refreshing” songs like this are loads more durable to drag off than the badass shouty numbers. You actually need to get the stability of character and vocal expertise excellent. The massive story behind this crew is that among the members don’t match this idea due to their deep voices and “manly” presentation. They’re type of bitter apples about it, too.
Anyway, I assumed this efficiency was fairly good. The vocals have been strong throughout the board and the power was vivid and buoyant. I appreciated the addition of a climactic excessive notice, too. In fact, the power of the particular tune does lots of heavy lifting too.
