Contemporary off the members’ participation in Boys II Planet (none of them made the ultimate group), VERIVERY are hoping to drag a Nu’est and re-emerge with new materials and a vaulted stage of success. Time will inform if that can occur. Ok-pop is fickle and the fellows have been away since 2023. Nevertheless, Jellyfish Leisure appears all-in on the promotion with new single Crimson (Beggin’).
Ok-pop doesn’t usually instantly interpolate widespread Western tracks, however Crimson builds a lot of its refrain round an interpolation of The 4 Seasons’ 1967 hit Beggin’. That is an ultra-familiar melody, utilized in mega-hits by Madcon and Måneskin, amongst others. So for listeners who comply with pop music carefully (ie: me), its inclusion is slightly eye-roll inducing. I imply, in case you should interpolate, at the least select one thing rather less apparent.
Fortunately, this hook is used fairly sparingly and matches effectively inside Crimson‘s energetic drum-and-bass percussion. The fellows convey loads of energy to the monitor, imbuing errant melodies with a way of aptitude and conviction. Aside from the refrain, a lot of the track flies by with out leaving a lot melodic impression. Sing-talk/sing-shout strikes once more, however a cavalcade of sonic goodies (strings! electrical guitar!) assist make Crimson really feel greater and bolder than it’s. Total, this may very well be higher, however may very well be a lot worse. I hope it does effectively for them as a result of I all the time wish to see an underdog succeed.
| Hooks | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8 |
Grade: B-
