Although JYP Leisure’s output had a tough begin this 12 months, the company has been unfurling hit after hit over the previous few months. They’re set to complete 2025 sturdy and that extends to international (however principally Okay-pop thus far) group NEXZ. I haven’t been a fan of most of their music and new single Beat-Boxer nonetheless doesn’t wow me, nevertheless it looks like we’re slowly shifting in the proper course.
There’s nonetheless loads of shout-singing taking place right here, as Beat-Boxer‘s verses are loud and proud with out actually amounting to a lot. However as we swerve into the refrain, the tune begins to tentatively embrace melody. It’s shouty melody, sure, however the vocal layering right here isn’t utterly faraway from what we used to listen to from teams like SHINee and EXO. The second half of this chorus is very promising, delivering a extra strong sound that works because the tune’s centerpiece.
When it comes right down to it, I want Beat-Boxer was a bit extra targeted. The general sound could be very busy, which provides vitality on the expense of a satisfying throughline. There are many attention-grabbing issues taking place within the manufacturing (particularly the percussion) and these components want extra space to breathe. Like so many latest Okay-pop songs, the association turns into like a blender, with each sound being shredded into the identical generic mush. Beat-Boxer might simply grow to be an awesome funk exercise if given a extra lithe, intoxicating groove, however even in its present kind I discover it extra fulfilling than many of the group’s latest work.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8 |
Grade: B-
