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KATSEYE's New EP: Pop Perfection or Hollow Echo?
18 Aug
Summary
- KATSEYE's EP 'Wild' is criticized for lacking individual personality.
- The group struggles to find authenticity despite rigorous selection.
- Songs borrow heavily from global sounds, often with superficial lyrics.
The new EP 'Wild' by KATSEYE, a group formed from a competitive reality show, is critiqued for its superficiality and manufactured sound. Despite claims of evolving towards authenticity, the music is perceived as lacking the members' individual personalities, largely due to the production by the HYBE-Geffen entity. Early singles like "PINKY UP" offer energetic moments, sampling '90s trance and exhibiting a quirky charm.
However, the EP soon falls into a pattern of uninspired tracks. "Bel Air" attempts to emulate Charli XCX but falls flat, sounding scripted rather than heartfelt. "Hootie Frutti" borrows from Ice Spice and Brazilian funk, featuring a Portuguese line that feels disconnected. The song "Animal," co-written by Ed Sheeran, is noted for its reliance on lyrical and musical clichés, failing to evoke a compelling romantic crush.
Overall, the EP is characterized by a "beautiful hollowness," with songs that could be performed by anyone and convey little meaning. The critique suggests that while the group may not openly discuss internal issues like a member's hiatus, their current musical direction prioritizes a polished, generic sound over genuine artistic expression.
