111108
Tuesday, 8 November 2011 // 9:16 am
Oh yes, it's the
Wonder Girls. Forgive me for blogging so much about K-Pop recently but this second album by them is definitely worth bragging about. No, this is not changing into a review blog by the way. People thought I would talk about Girls' Generation's new album because I did it for Secret but it wasn't really worth the time for
The Boys. I only liked two tracks on the album and I wasn't disappointed because I wasn't expecting much in the first place thanks to my previous experience with their albums. Their first album
Oh! wasn't anywhere near exceptional and the lyrics were just average.
What I love about other companies out there for K-Pop besides SM Entertainment is that majority of the time they don't just put random songs in an album to fill up spaces. Most notable JYP Entertainment (exclude 2PM) and YG Entertainment. Most of the time SM are just darn disappointing because they put songs that are not even half worthy just to complete an album or chuck in two new songs for a repackage for more money. In the end it still works and that's all it matters, they still have their market. Ones that adore proper idols - ones that don't exactly produce music themselves but look the part.
For me, the best album from the Korean music scene this year is Tablo's album Fever's End. If you've been following my blog ever since three years ago you would know that I am a huge fan of Epik High, the group that Tablo belongs in. Tablo - being the brains behind Epik High's lyrics obviously no doubt is my favourite from the group. From the success Epik High has managed to reach you would expect nothing less from Tablo. That's another story though, today it's all about Wonder Girls.
01 - G.N.O (Girls Night Out): When I found out it was composed and written by member Yeeun I was a bit hesitant to hear it since most idol group members can't make music for their life. So this one definitely came out as a nice surprise. It's the very usual pop style, and not exactly your typical K-Pop song but that's what Wonder Girls has successfully developed into due to their advancement to America.
02 - Be My Baby (and Ra.D Remix) : As the title song, I am satisifed. It's your typical JYP produced track style and ones that takes time to grow on you but it's a safe choice to be massively promoted.
03 - Girls Girl: It's a fun and upbeat track. The lyrics are meaningful (by member rapper Yubin) so make sure you read it.
04 - Me, in: Remake of an old classic so obviously it wouldn't disappoint. It's different from your usual retro style Wonder Girl songs and it's definitely a nice change. In fact the style actually suits them pretty well and I reckon they should stick to it.
05 - Sweet Dreams: An average track that deserves to be listened to but it probably won't stick to you however it's worth the time definitely.
06 - Stop!: The best track on the whole album considered by the majority and I agree - kind of. It's just hard to choose a favourite on this album! Every single song is just so nice. It's not one of the songs you would expect to be a title track and on the K-Pop scene and refreshing for sure.
07 - Dear. Boy 08 - Do Go Do Go 09 - SuperB: Just.listen.to.it. Trust me, you won't regret to it. These three don't stand out as much but are fabulously done compared to the other songs out there in the K-Pop scene today. Sohee's voice is still heavily autotuned but nothing can be perfect so it's just something fans have to get used to and it doesn't even sound that bad.
09 - Act Cool (featuring San.E): Huge props to Lim for rapping and writing those lyrics with San.E. Obviously her flow isn't as good as Yubin but this tack proves she's got the potential.
11 - Nu Shoes: A song about new shoes, interesting isn't it. The beats are nice and the story behind is even better. A nice way to end the album off.
No doubt one of the best albums by idols this year. Thank you for advancing into the American market, it probably wasn't as successful as they would like it to be but it changed their music style completely and they're now better than ever. So go listen to it now.
Labels: kpop, review
111108
Tuesday, 8 November 2011 // 9:16 am
Oh yes, it's the
Wonder Girls. Forgive me for blogging so much about K-Pop recently but this second album by them is definitely worth bragging about. No, this is not changing into a review blog by the way. People thought I would talk about Girls' Generation's new album because I did it for Secret but it wasn't really worth the time for
The Boys. I only liked two tracks on the album and I wasn't disappointed because I wasn't expecting much in the first place thanks to my previous experience with their albums. Their first album
Oh! wasn't anywhere near exceptional and the lyrics were just average.
What I love about other companies out there for K-Pop besides SM Entertainment is that majority of the time they don't just put random songs in an album to fill up spaces. Most notable JYP Entertainment (exclude 2PM) and YG Entertainment. Most of the time SM are just darn disappointing because they put songs that are not even half worthy just to complete an album or chuck in two new songs for a repackage for more money. In the end it still works and that's all it matters, they still have their market. Ones that adore proper idols - ones that don't exactly produce music themselves but look the part.
For me, the best album from the Korean music scene this year is Tablo's album Fever's End. If you've been following my blog ever since three years ago you would know that I am a huge fan of Epik High, the group that Tablo belongs in. Tablo - being the brains behind Epik High's lyrics obviously no doubt is my favourite from the group. From the success Epik High has managed to reach you would expect nothing less from Tablo. That's another story though, today it's all about Wonder Girls.
01 - G.N.O (Girls Night Out): When I found out it was composed and written by member Yeeun I was a bit hesitant to hear it since most idol group members can't make music for their life. So this one definitely came out as a nice surprise. It's the very usual pop style, and not exactly your typical K-Pop song but that's what Wonder Girls has successfully developed into due to their advancement to America.
02 - Be My Baby (and Ra.D Remix) : As the title song, I am satisifed. It's your typical JYP produced track style and ones that takes time to grow on you but it's a safe choice to be massively promoted.
03 - Girls Girl: It's a fun and upbeat track. The lyrics are meaningful (by member rapper Yubin) so make sure you read it.
04 - Me, in: Remake of an old classic so obviously it wouldn't disappoint. It's different from your usual retro style Wonder Girl songs and it's definitely a nice change. In fact the style actually suits them pretty well and I reckon they should stick to it.
05 - Sweet Dreams: An average track that deserves to be listened to but it probably won't stick to you however it's worth the time definitely.
06 - Stop!: The best track on the whole album considered by the majority and I agree - kind of. It's just hard to choose a favourite on this album! Every single song is just so nice. It's not one of the songs you would expect to be a title track and on the K-Pop scene and refreshing for sure.
07 - Dear. Boy 08 - Do Go Do Go 09 - SuperB: Just.listen.to.it. Trust me, you won't regret to it. These three don't stand out as much but are fabulously done compared to the other songs out there in the K-Pop scene today. Sohee's voice is still heavily autotuned but nothing can be perfect so it's just something fans have to get used to and it doesn't even sound that bad.
09 - Act Cool (featuring San.E): Huge props to Lim for rapping and writing those lyrics with San.E. Obviously her flow isn't as good as Yubin but this tack proves she's got the potential.
11 - Nu Shoes: A song about new shoes, interesting isn't it. The beats are nice and the story behind is even better. A nice way to end the album off.
No doubt one of the best albums by idols this year. Thank you for advancing into the American market, it probably wasn't as successful as they would like it to be but it changed their music style completely and they're now better than ever. So go listen to it now.
Labels: kpop, review
