As Astro’s youngest member, Yoon Sanha has typically been constrained by the ideas he’s capable of try. Final 12 months’s solo effort Dive additionally appeared a bit confused, trying a darker makeover that didn’t match nicely along with his appeal as a performer. New title observe Additional Virgin provides him a funk makeover, much like the sound of Astro sub-unit Jinjin & Rocky.
This recent vitality feels rather more partaking and lets Sanha show extra colourful character. Additional Virgin may actually be extra sprightly, however its percussive groove provides him lots to work with. The beat even incorporates some rootsy rock prospers. In a parallel world, this might have been a rustic tune, although that may have been a stunned style flip. As an alternative, Additional Virgin is simple and energetic, hinging on a sung-spoken refrain that emphasizes character over strong melodic traces.
Whereas this works nicely, I’d have cherished to listen to a post-chorus or bridge that dipped into extra melodic territory. Additional Virgin typically feels dangerously near “novelty.” It’s not a jokey and even gimmicky tune, however the execution can really feel like a child placing on a present of their yard. There’s nothing mistaken with that and I suppose it’s form of Sanha’s schtick anyhow. Nevertheless, the observe additionally doles out occasional flashes of reliable pleasure, making me need to give it a bit of push in a extra satisfying path.
| Hooks | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 7.75 |
Grade: C+