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MUCC - Sora to ito
Japanese | Rock
1. Sora to ito
2. Kanariya
3. Kikanetsu
Latest single from MUCC, one of my favourite j-rock bands. It's been a long time since I really listened to any j-rock, and MUCC doesn't disappoint. Sora to ito is a great song - I've heard a lot of mixed opinions about it, but personally I really liked it. The melody is hopeful, but still maintains a dark, edgy feel. Although it's fairly predictable in form and arrangement, it's very well executed and supported by a strong melody. Kanariya is in swing-time, jazzy and confident. I love the bass. This song definitely caught my attention. Kikanetsu was considered by some to be a "filler", but is still an enjoyable song. What can I say, Tatsurou's voice is just awesome. I love how the last guitar note rings out past everything else before finally cutting off.
Kim Jong Kook - Happiness Disease
Korean | Pop
1. 행복병/Happiness Disease (Feat. Shorry J (MM))
2. 행복병/Happiness Disease (Instrumental)
I love Kim Jong Kook, but this single wasn't anything amazing. I actually liked it more than I thought I would (I thought it would be more dance-influenced), but ... still. It's fairly bland - a cute, poppy song with a predictable accompaniment and style. Also, why do all the rap verses/rappers in k-pop songs sound exactly the same? Kim Jong Kook's voice is good, but lacks depth. This song feels like it was quickly stamped out of a worn-out, overused template. Hopefully he's only using this to hold fans over until his next release.
Labels: Kim Jong Kook, MUCC
