[theqoo] FIFTY FIFTY'S NEW ALBUM WHICH RECEIVED A 4.5 STAR REVIEW ON IZM

The public was prepared to support Fifty Fifty’s album, released after 1 year and 7 months, even if it fell short in some areas. However, the group and their agency, Attrakt, exceeded expectations with a nearly perfect album. Ultimately, the touching story of overcoming adversity, the devoted efforts of the agency’s representative, and the sympathy for Jeon Hong-jun and Keena all take a backseat. The main focus is on the members' excellent vocals and the great songs.

The album's title includes the word "Tune," referring to radio frequencies, embodying Jeon Hong-jun's belief in aiming for "radio-friendly" music. Tracks like "Push Your Love," "SOS," "Starry Night," and "Gravity" are easy to listen to and accessible for anyone, anywhere. While they connect to their debut album <The Fifty> and the single "Cupid," the vocal lines have evolved. With an increase in members from four to five, their harmonies have become richer, and Keena has increased her singing and singing-rap contributions. This shift began with her cover of Sia's "Snowman" at the end of last year and the special live video released in August.

Athena, handling the introductions of all the tracks, showcases an unexpectedly deep vocal range for the youngest member, while Chanel and Hana shine with their higher notes. This has led to the creation of "Gravity," a narrative EDM rock number that is hard to find in current K-pop, and "SOS," which maintains a relaxed Latin pop vibe reminiscent of Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes' "Señorita." The victory of their vocals and the completeness of the arrangement shine through.

The bright and light bubblegum song "Push Your Love" continues the vibe of "Cupid," while "Starry Night," reminiscent of a JYP girl group song, flows more naturally in its English version due to its use of more connected syllables. "SOS," which incorporates the 1970s groovy rhythm through acoustic guitar strumming, appeals even to older audiences. With its simple and straightforward arrangement, this song stands in stark contrast to the recent flashy K-pop trends, reflecting Fifty Fifty's identity.

Just as their debut album included "Log In" to broaden their musical spectrum, <Love Tune> expands their potential with "Gravity." Before the official album release, "Gravity," which received the best response in a survey among Attrakt employees, encapsulates everything through Chanel and Hana's expansive vocals, reminiscent of a spectacular fireworks display. The song expresses human emotions of hope and despair, effort and resignation, joy and sadness, and longing and indifference through the solid voices of the two members. The bridge, transitioning from Athena’s deep tones to Chanelle’s high notes, creates a thrilling experience, embracing EDM and hyperpop with the explosiveness of rock and the grandeur of a symphony, achieving a new milestone in K-pop. The powerful vocals of Chanelle and Hana, reminiscent of Ann Wilson and Pat Benatar, are supported by the deep harmonies of Athena, Keena, and Yewon, drawing the audience into a flawless space of weightlessness. During the showcase held on September 20, "Gravity" garnered the hottest reactions, exploding with condensed energy.

Despite having two bilingual members, the clarity of their lyrics reveals the immense effort they’ve put in during this short time. With strong lyrical delivery, "SOS" conveys Keena's emotions, while other tracks express the members' friendships, trust, affection, gratitude for waiting, and the joy of their debut. <Love Tune> is an album that distills their honest feelings and experiences into beautiful music. The remarkable narrative of Fifty Fifty deserves to be rewritten.

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1. It's perfect to listen to on your walk on a windy day

2. I hope they succeed

3. SOS is so good

4. The song and the b-sides are both so good

5. Starry Night is too good, I listen to it every day now

6. The English version is even better

7. I recommend all the songs aside from Starry Night's Korean version ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ Of course, me too I listen to the English version way more ㅠ ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

8. The songs are so good, and easy to listen to

9. No but why do I like their songs so much...? It's not even songs I'd usually listen to, but I'm always listening to theirs

10. I seriously can't stop listening to the songs ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ Now that they've gained the public's recognition, let's go for a full album

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