Somewhat than ship a fleet of notable idol group comebacks, this month has been the realm of solo releases that don’t require a lot promotion from pre-empted music exhibits. The newest on the docket is SHINee’s Minho, who final launched solo work simply over a yr in the past. Right here, he’s promised us dynamic issues with the music title “Tempo,” however the precise observe is fairly easy.
Tempo doesn’t “go quick,” as its refrain implies, however as a substitute develops a satisfying groove and floats over it with delicate stream. It’s a catchy observe, although not notably bold. Its biggest asset is an infusion of heat synth pads through the pre-chorus and refrain. I’d like to listen to much more of this all through, because it lends the instrumental a way of environment that works particularly nicely towards Minho’s easygoing vocal efficiency.
When it comes right down to it, Tempo is the sort of music that works nicely as background music. That’s not essentially a dig, as passive listening has grow to be more and more frequent amongst music followers. I want the observe selected to sink its tooth into its groove and actually grabbed you by the collar, however that’s probably not Minho’s fashion so it’s arduous to fault him for one thing he’s by no means been. Nonetheless, Tempo‘s subdued nature limits its general impact for me.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8 |
Grade: B-
