A Ok-pop act’s title monitor isn’t all the time one of the best tune on their album, even when it’s the one most individuals will hear. Generally, b-sides deserve recognition too. Within the singles-oriented world of Ok-pop, I need to highlight a few of these buried treasures and provides them the props they deserve.
This has been an especially mediocre week for Ok-pop, however the entire 12 months has been tough in relation to “buried treasures.” I’ve struggled to seek out b-sides ranked above an “8.5.” That received’t change as we speak, however I nonetheless need to highlight the strongest monitor on AMPERS&ONE’s new mini album.
I don’t notably like this album. It’s principally generic and forgettable, similar to its title monitor. Nonetheless, in relation to “generic” I’ll all the time 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 quite a bit of synthwave-inspired Ok-pop over this previous decade, which might be why this tune doesn’t hit fairly as exhausting because it might, 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 might have simply featured on a Snuper album from 2016 (and in case you don’t know that reference, you might have some speedy digging to do!). I don’t think about AMPERS&ONE will journey a lot farther on this route, 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
