“Bang & Jung & Yoo & Moon” is a mouthful of a unit identify and balks at Ok-pop’s love for catchy acronyms, however older followers will probably acknowledge the (shortened) names as members of boy group B.A.P. They debuted in 2012 and went on to have a rocky relationship with their company. After defying the percentages and transferring by way of a number of reunions, they now exist as a 4 piece. New single Gone makes for a sentimental return.
This model of cathartic rock observe is usually chosen to present its performers an opportunity to emote, and Gone‘s acquainted drive appears like a snug balm. It’s not making an attempt to do something bold or bizarre. The track merely desires to harness the group’s decade plus historical past and make you really feel one thing. With this stated, Gone will probably have its greatest enchantment with mega followers. As a extra informal listener, the observe comes throughout as stable however unremarkable. The fellows sound nice and Gone doesn’t make any sonic missteps, however its fixed want to paint inside the traces and restrain its personal ambition makes for a considerably bland hear.
Nonetheless, I’m all the time pleased to see older generations of Ok-pop stars return to the fray and remind listeners of their legacy. B.A.P’s music typically had a rock edge, so this softer model of the style is smart given this stage of their profession.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 7 |
| RATING | 7.75 |
Grade: C+