Ok-band Lucy is right down to a trio for the time being as member Gwangil serves his obligatory enlistment. Seeing them as three doesn’t appear proper, however they’re plunging forward with an upcoming new album and pre-release single Wakey Wakey (잠깨). The band have promised new issues this period, however judging from this monitor their signature sound may be very a lot intact.
I’ve an excessive amount of affection for Lucy and their music, but when I’m being trustworthy I haven’t actually been obsessive about considered one of their songs since 2021. Their whimsical mix of band and violin stays engrossing and their musical character is as profitable as ever. Nonetheless, they’ve struggled to recapture the melodic magic of their greatest materials. Wakey Wakey is jaunty however slight. It’s a toe-tapper in probably the most inconsequential method — the type of tune you may discover rattling by means of your reminiscence all through the day however shortly neglect as you progress onto different issues. Nonetheless, I respect the musical nods to the quirkier facet of their discography. The vitality right here jogs my memory a little bit of 2020’s Jogging, although I’m unsure Wakey Wakey will get pleasure from the identical longevity.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 7 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 7.75 |
Grade: C+
