MADDIE

ALBUM: J by Jaehyun

The king of smooth K-R&B finally gave the people what they wanted with J, traversing the entire spectrum of romance in this silky eight-track record.

SONG: “Cosmic” by Red Velvet

Our favourite spooky Gen 3 queens made their fantastic return with an album of the same name, promoting a title track so irresistible we’ve been listening for weeks.

MUSIC VIDEO: “Cosmic” by Red Velvet

Intense Midsommar references in Red Velvet’s gorgeously menacing fashion tell a story of a captive making futile attempts at an escape from their ritualistic demise.

AIMÉE

ALBUM: Romance: Untold by ENHYPEN

The septet produce a gorgeously cohesive record which peaks and grooves in all the right places, making it one of their best albums to date.

SONG: “Love Is Lonely” by NMIXX

Now this is a heartfelt anthem for the arenas: the girls take a step away from bombastic bangers for just a moment to tug at our heartstrings and leave us soaring.

MUSIC VIDEO: “Nice Guy” by BOYNEXTDOOR

The six-member group are truly vying for the crown of one of 4th Gen’s most fun acts, with a zany and fun music video that makes the mundane and everyday seem joyful.

SONAL

ALBUM: Romance: Untold by ENHYPEN

An enjoyable record even if you aren’t a fan and are only a casual. Great easy listening.

SONG: “Don’t Worry Be Happy” by SF9

An instant pick: the song brings much needed summer vibes to autumn!

MUSIC VIDEO: “Off Road” by ONEWE

It is so nice to have the group all back together at last, in another signature aesthetically pleasing music video.