While not exactly emo, Dreamcatcher has messed around a bit with the punk aesthetic with the release of their latest track, "OOTD". Of all the groups out there, I think they've gotten the younger, more rebellious side of me going with their releases.
I think the Babymonster debut is going to be an interesting one to watch. It's breaking YouTube records but the charting in Korea is quite weak. Whether or not this is YG not rolling with the times or just a function of so many artists being out there right now in comebackland remains to be seen.
I did notice that about Dreamcatcher! I think it's really cool that a girl group is playing with edgier and more rock sounds. I've always considered K-pop more of an industry than a genre of itself...which then allows for more acts to play with different musical styles.
Admittedly I have been a bit underwhelmed by BabyMonster's debut but I am intrigued to see what YG's plan is for them. The company itself has now established a signature sound, but it doesn't seem like people are vibing with it anymore. Time will tell!
While not exactly emo, Dreamcatcher has messed around a bit with the punk aesthetic with the release of their latest track, "OOTD". Of all the groups out there, I think they've gotten the younger, more rebellious side of me going with their releases.
I think the Babymonster debut is going to be an interesting one to watch. It's breaking YouTube records but the charting in Korea is quite weak. Whether or not this is YG not rolling with the times or just a function of so many artists being out there right now in comebackland remains to be seen.
Great article as always!
I did notice that about Dreamcatcher! I think it's really cool that a girl group is playing with edgier and more rock sounds. I've always considered K-pop more of an industry than a genre of itself...which then allows for more acts to play with different musical styles.
Admittedly I have been a bit underwhelmed by BabyMonster's debut but I am intrigued to see what YG's plan is for them. The company itself has now established a signature sound, but it doesn't seem like people are vibing with it anymore. Time will tell!