Oh My Lady have been via a number of distinct musical iterations, however many followers keep in mind them greatest for the fairy-like, ethereal high quality of early singles like Nearer and Windy Day. It’s been awhile since they’ve revisited this fashion and new title monitor Categorized seeks to recapture a few of that magic.
Like agency-mates ONF earlier this yr, Oh My Lady have slowed the tempo and elevated the symphonic bombast for Categorized. Whereas the music’s verses make use of a gentle beat because the backdrop to an ornate strings association, the refrain opts for a extra subdued supply. Its mixture of orchestral prospers and lure beats feels extra in line with trendy Purple Velvet than old-school Oh My Lady, however the group’s vocals add their very own private stamp.
I respect Categorized‘s want to deliver one thing totally different than most woman teams of the second, however I’ll respect its intentions greater than I like the music itself. The music strikes a clumsy center level — too stressed for the melodies to really breathe, but not grand sufficient to take full benefit of its symphonic heft. It appears like a music field spinning on double pace, which is an oddly disorienting proposition. On the plus aspect, Categorized‘s quirks are prone to age nicely over time and the music feels tailored for reside performances. The very issues that give me pause right now could change into strengths in the long term.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8 |
Grade: B-