Throughout their previous few comebacks, EVNNE have carved out an upbeat pop/rock sound. This style is probably not distinctive amongst boy teams, however they pull it off properly. Nevertheless, it does make me surprise how followers of their debut period really feel, as that is fairly a change in fashion from membership bangers like Bother. New monitor How Can I Do is one other reinvention of types, although it’s extra of a sidestep than a full leap into one thing completely different.
How Can I Do‘s brash supply picks up proper the place February’s Sizzling Mess left off, although this feels extra just like the comedown after the get together. The tempo is decidedly slower right here, loping round reasonably than exploding with depth. On this approach, EVNNE are in a position to present a unique model of themselves. There are just a few moments sprinkled all through the monitor that remind me of a contemporary interpretation of the slinky r&b/pop that Teen High used to ship within the early 2010’s.
With this stated, How Can I Do lacks the sonic signatures to actually seize maintain of listeners’ ears. Regardless of a gutsy efficiency, the track retains a gentle line, sacrificing melodic vary for a straightforward groove. The rhythm of the refrain is catchy, however the dynamics inside the track keep largely monotone with none distinct highs and lows. It’s constant however not notably participating. Even a late-song breakdown maintains this stifled power.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 7 |
| Bias | 7 |
| RATING | 7.5 |
Grade: C