A Okay-pop act’s title monitor isn’t at all times one of the best tune on their album, even when it’s the one most individuals will hear. Typically, 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.
This has been an especially mediocre week for Okay-pop, however the entire 12 months has been difficult on the subject of “buried treasures.” I’ve struggled to search out b-sides ranked above an “8.5.” That received’t change as we speak, however I nonetheless wish to highlight the strongest monitor on AMPERS&ONE’s new mini album.
I don’t significantly like this album. It’s principally generic and forgettable, identical to its title monitor. Nonetheless, on the subject of “generic” I’ll at all times flock towards genres I’m predisposed to get pleasure from. Due to this, I Know You‘s synthwave influences instantly captured my ears. We’ve heard rather a lot of synthwave-inspired Okay-pop over this previous decade, which might be why this tune doesn’t hit fairly as exhausting because it may, however the vitality is pumped up and the melodies crackle with a well-known sheen. The producers appear to be taking cues from Sweetune’s repertoire, particularly as we climb into the surging refrain. This chorus may have simply featured on a Snuper album from 2016 (and if you happen to don’t know that reference, you’ve gotten some rapid digging to do!). I don’t think about AMPERS&ONE will journey a lot farther on this course, however I hope future materials will share I Know You‘s assured drive and crisp sound.
| Hooks | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 9 |
| RATING | 8.5 |
Grade: B
