As someone relatively fresh to K-Pop and City Pop it is hard to say much about how this album apparently brings an older genre into more modern context but it is extremely approachable, a concise/quick 41 minutes and unbelievably easy to get hooked on. The production is well polished and you can appreciate the vocals, percussion, live instruments and synth elements without issue, everything has its rightful place in the mix and sounds great. 'Soul Lady' is on fire on the title track and the two tracks surrounding bit but it really is quality from beginning to end throwing in a few interludes to add some atmosphere and really enhance the pacing of the record. 'Shade' and 'Cherries Jubiles' are highlights in the second half and honestly the acoustic version of the latter features some great acoustic guitar work and glistening production of both the vocals and the guitar. This album just feels like a gateway into the world of K-pop and even into City Pop for someone who really enjoys modern Western pop releases.
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