Though odd, this effect adds a unique color that makes “Ice Cream” stand out from the rest. The song is funky, and the members’ voices sound a bit muffled as if the song is being played through a radio. The intro to “Ice Cream” mimics the sounds of an ice cream truck surrounded by a crowd of kids, reminiscent of childhood summer memories. The groovy bop is also TXT’s first full-English song. “Magic” displays a disco influence and takes after early 2000s pop songs. The bass differentiates “No Rules” from the album’s other pop tracks: “Magic,” “Ice Cream” and “What if I had been that PUMA.” Despite all being dance-pop tracks, each exhibits a distinct signature sound. Yeonjun also raps here and there, but he has still yet to reveal the full extent of his rapping abilities. Energetic and charismatic, the unique choreography shows what TXT does best: emphasizing synchronization and coordination. The lyrics here also express sorrow and desperation HueningKai sings, “I’m full of problems, love sick,” while Taehyun pleads, “Save me / Take my hand / Please use me like a drug.” The boys sing with a rasp, adding to the song’s angst, especially as Taehyun belts, “I know I love you.” Seori’s soft voice blends perfectly with Beomgyu and Yeonjun’s deep and soulful color.ĭuring the comeback show, TXT also debuted “No Rules,” a funky and refreshing dance-pop, perfect for the summer. As the percussion continues thundering, the intensity increases to resemble a feel-good, empowering soundtrack of a coming-of-age teen movie. TXT first dives into the rock sound in “0X1=LOVESONG.” The instrumentation is heavy and grandiose throughout, starting with a drum beat drop and a heavenly chorus of vocals. Many artists contributed to the song, including fellow Big Hit Entertainment group BTS’ RM. TXT also performed the lead single, “0X1=LOVESONG (I Know I Love You),” a personal favorite that features singer-songwriter Seori. With a more stripped-back performance than usual, the members flexed their stellar vocals. “Anti-Romantic” exceeded expectations, especially with the group’s debut performance of the song during their comeback show on Mnet May 31. There is even less instrumentation in the chorus, allowing their natural and tender vocals to shine.įans particularly anticipated “Anti-Romantic” after TXT released previews of each song from the album on TikTok while displaying their mastery of TikTok transitions and trends. The chords and plucking of strings are like fairy dust, while the members beautifully harmonize, making for an enchanting and dreamy melody. TXT re-visits the ballad genre with the warming “Anti-Romantic.” Compared to the rest of the album, there is significantly less vocal processing, post-production effects and instrumentation. “The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE” further proves the group’s versatility as they graze the rock genre. This time, TXT surpassed 700,000 pre-orders for their album, the most of any fourth generation group.ĭespite being one of the few K-pop boy groups that debuted with, and have maintained, a bright and youthful concept with their debut single “CROWN,” TXT stands out for their diverse discography, ranging from ballads and rhythm and blues to dance-pop and hip-hop with trap influences. K-pop boy group TOMORROW X TOGETHER returned May 31 for their fourth comeback with their second album, “The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE.” The five-member group, composed of members Soobin, Yeonjun, Beomgyu, Taehyun and HueningKai, cemented their well-deserved status as “monster rookies,” emerging as one of the biggest and most promising fourth-generation K-pop groups since their debut in March 2019. Fusing elements of pop, punk, rock and disco among other genres, TXT expands their already-diverse discography with “The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE.” Photo from on Twitter.
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