The Ok-pop business continues to churn out new generations of bands, which is refreshing in a world market the place rock music isn’t usually on the forefront. THE SSYNDROME are most notable by way of affiliation. They’re the primary act since Dreamcatcher to return from Dreamcatcher Firm. Their ‘double S’ title additionally means that you need to make a hissing sound when saying it out loud, which is sort of enjoyable I suppose.
In some ways, Dreamcatcher had been principally a band with out the devices, so it’s attention-grabbing to see what a full band can do below the identical administration. Pre-release Alive showcases the blokes’ abilities however struggles to carve out a novel id. In different phrases, Alive might have been recorded by any of THE SSYNDROME’s friends to related impact. The group makes use of the ‘a number of vocalists’ format employed by most trendy idol bands and you may hear the expertise in these voices even when no particular person tone captured my consideration. The identical could possibly be mentioned concerning the music itself. It’s stable sing-along rock however lacks the sort of killer hook or idea that sparks curiosity. I hope their full debut finds some solution to stick out inside this ever-increasing market as a result of they clearly have potential.
| Hooks | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 7.75 |
Grade: C+
