Music Review: SEVENTEEN's '17 Is Right Here' is a study of their impressive evolution

After a fantastic 2023, where they finished as one of the biggest selling artists of the year with their EP “FML,” the 13-members did not rest on their laurels. Instead, they decided to throw a Christmas in April for their fans, as the new record is a full-on 32-track musical gift, comprising all of their Korean language singles from debut until 2024 , alongside Korean versions of all their Japanese language singles, in addition to four new songs .

Even by K-pop’s prolific standards — where bands release EPs and singles on a conveyor belt in order to stay relevant and keep their very loyal fans happy — this is an admirable feat. Six months after theirthe boys hit the recording studio with gusto, creating a charming offering with less agitative notes and more catchy hooks.

The single “MAESTRO” unites all their talents under a single banner — a playful R&B tune intertwined with an engaging EDM hook — a perfect encapsulation of the band’s past sound with present inclinations. “LALALI,” performed by SEVENTEEN’s hip-hop team, is drummy modern electro punctuated by a Slavic turbo-folk motif. “Spell” welcomes an enchanting smooth R&B beat paired with a sexy 808.

As for CD 2, those twenty songs — plus an instrumental version of “Adore U” — is mostly for hardcore fans, who live, breathe and love those singles scattered across nearly a decade. As the track list is organized, one can hear their evolution, from some generic singles of the yesteryear to the recent self-assured “HOT,” “_World” and “Super.”

Entertainment Entertainment Latest News, Entertainment Entertainment Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

SEVENTEEN’S Jam-Packed ’17 Is Right Here’ Greatest Hits Album Is Here: Stream It NowSEVENTEEN'S '17 Is Right Here' greatest hits album is here: stream it now.
Source: billboard - 🏆 112. / 63 Read more »

SEVENTEEN Surpasses 3 Million Stock Pre-Orders For “17 IS RIGHT HERE”SEVENTEEN’s upcoming album is already on track to become a triple-million seller! On April 22, SEVENTEEN’s album distributor YG PLUS announced that as of April 19, the group’s best-of album “17 IS RIGHT HERE” had recorded a total of 3,087,613 stock pre-orders.
Source: soompi - 🏆 574. / 51 Read more »

Watch: SEVENTEEN Drops Concept Teaser For Best-Of Album “17 IS RIGHT HERE”SEVENTEEN is returning with a best-of album! On April 1 at midnight KST, SEVENTEEN released the first teaser for their upcoming compilation album “17 IS RIGHT HERE.” The new concept teaser takes fans on a fun animated journey through SEVENTEEN’s past releases, offering an adorable—and nostalgic—walk down memory lane.
Source: soompi - 🏆 574. / 51 Read more »

Zendaya Says She's Waiting for the 'Right Timing' to Release New MusicDanielle Campoamor is an award-winning freelance writer covering mental health, reproductive justice, abortion access, maternal mental health, politics, and feminist issues. She has been published in The New York Times, Washington Post, CNN, NBC, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Marie Claire, InStyle, Playboy, Teen Vogue, Glamour, The Daily Beast, and more.
Source: marieclaire - 🏆 102. / 63 Read more »

Zendaya on 'Right Timing' for When She Plans to Release New Music: 'Maybe One Day'The 'Challengers' star reflects on her past music career and possibly releasing more music in the future.
Source: etnow - 🏆 696. / 51 Read more »

Taylor Swift’s Music Is Back on TikTok—Right Before Her New Album DropsTaylor Swift has seemingly reached a deal with TikTok to get her music back on the platform, just in time for the release of “The Tortured Poets Department.”
Source: WIRED - 🏆 555. / 51 Read more »