July Discovery: BTS Jungkook's 'Seven' to EXO's 'Cinderella' - A New Musical Landscape

Jungkook from BTS - 'Seven'

Released on July 14 2023 as a digital single, Jungkook from BTS brings to life what fans, or the general public, have been craving from him - a paramount and supreme experience. This passionate serenade, 'Seven,' with lyrics expressing a desire to spend a week with a loved one, has taken the world by storm as a universally enjoyable and accessible easy-listening song.

From resonant low notes to smooth high ones, Jungkook's tone and melodious tunes are impeccable, but the cherry on top is the music video he and Han Sohee effortlessly brought to life. Featuring Jungkook as a 'romantic hero' braving through various calamities in pursuit of Han Sohee, and Sohee finally unable to ignore him, the two embark on a romance that could be either tragic or comic, elevating the charm of the passionate serenade 'Seven.' There is a reason why the whole world fell for this 'summer song' that highlights Jungkook's vocal prowess and personal charm.

EXO - 'Cinderella'

Track from 7th studio album 'EXIST,' released on July 10 2023

EXO never disappoints with their 'hidden gem' B-side tracks. The seventh full album 'EXIST' is chock-full of tracks that are just as captivating as the title songs, featuring refined beats and trendy sounds filled with the harmonies that EXO's fans take pride in.

'Cinderella' is undeniably a standout among these B-side tracks. EXO, who sang "You were more beautiful than Wendy or Cinderella" in 'Peter Pan' released 10 years ago, have matured into 'grown men' pleading Cinderella with "I don't want a glass slipper, please don't leave me as you are" in 'Cinderella.' From the simple first half starting with Baekhyun and D.O.(Do Kyung-soo) to the chorus where all members' vocals resonate, it's a satisfying piece that fans would love to see and hear at concerts.

Digital single 'Silhouette,' Released on 16th July 2023

Off The Menu, a band reminiscent of summer nights, has released another striking new song. Following 'The Void,' 'Silhouette' appears to be a pre-released track from their upcoming album 'Every Point of View.' If 'The Void' mirrors the refreshment of a summer day, 'Silhouette' captures the complexity of a contemplative summer night. As they continue to fill their discography with unique tracks that no one else in the electronic music scene could replicate, it's essential to keep an eye on their progression.

Copyright © 2023 Kpop Reporter. All rights reserved. Do not reproduce without permission.