이상한 벌레

I could feel an old Korean-style mixing and string arrangement. The Korean pronunciation is good, and it unpacks its own narrative well despite having only three short tracks. However, it's overly safe, so rather than actively seeking it out to listen, it feels more like something I wouldn't skip if it happens to play when I don't need a dopamine boost.

A song I listen to on repeat every morning these days. Thanks to the guitar and drum sounds, it feels completely full without any empty space. It's an album that brings up many thoughts while listening.

It's an alternative rock album that subtly blends symphonic rock, orchestral pop, synth-pop, and shoegaze. All three tracks are great, but the 3rd track was particularly the most impressive. While featuring shoegaze's signature loud guitar sounds, it breaks away from conventional rules, showcasing a choir fused with orchestral pop in the chorus section. This combination creates an overwhelming scale, serving as a narrative device that leaves a lasting impression as the final track. I think a uniquely Korean emotion comes through really well, though I don't know the exact reason. I guess it might overlap with the 80s trend of adding string sessions to ballads and rock songs. The melody has the power to draw listeners in with just the right amount of repetition. The downside is that while I want to keep listening, Teto's distinct excessive sibilance isn't softened, so my ears hurt a little.