Victon’s Lim Sejun kicks off his solo profession underneath a brand new company. He’s certainly one of a handful of artists to signal to Hi there Gloom and from20’s Manner Higher, turning the once-fledgling firm right into a boutique company. His first single Summer time takes benefit of those new connections, co-written/produced by each Hi there Gloom and from20. In Ok-pop’s present panorama of thirteen-outsourced-producers-on-one-song, it’s good to listen to one thing that feels a bit extra pure.
Summer time arrives simply forward of the season, providing a surging, sentimental mix of pop and rock. The tune harnesses Manner Higher’s knack for a very good melody, cresting in an anthemic burst of highly effective vocals adopted by an equally catchy instrumental riff. Sejun’s voice really sounds rather a lot like FTIsland’s Lee Hong-gi right here. This structural strategy isn’t new. You may throw a stone within the course of any indie pop band and listen to related fare. However for Ok-pop, Summer time is refreshing counterprogramming that may possible stand the check of time. I’m excited to see the place this crew takes Sejun’s music subsequent.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 9 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8.25 |
Grade: B