BewhY - Hewgeso (Rest Area)
After winning first place on Show Me the Money 5 (SMTM5) and working on a handful of collaborations with other artists, BewhY is finally releasing a couple of singles featuring the flow and charisma that won him his champion title. Hewgeso really diversifies BewhY's current portfolio with a different sound - his easy vocals backed by smooth guitar strums and reggae notes. Check out his other two singles: Deja Vu and Scar.
– Julie
BLACKPINK - As If It's Your Last
The girls are back with a new track that is making a lot of us miss their predecessor, 2NE1! The structure of the song is interesting - hip-hop verses layered on top of energetic percussion instruments, a steady build-up of vocals in the pre-chorus, and finally a refreshing burst of straight 80s synth-pop in the chorus. While the song plays it safe borrowing a blend of familiar sounds, we're excited to get a glimpse of the vocal-line's range and power that we hadn't gotten from their previous releases.
– Julie
BoA - CAMO
The Queen is BACK!
When we heard BoA was making her long awaited comeback, we knew her single would make our Repeats list. BoA debuted at only 13, way back in 2000. But she hasn't slowed down in 17 years. Whether it's in Korea or Japan, her albums top the charts. And BoA proves she's still got it with "CAMO." The infectious beat makes you want to dance... we wouldn't be surprised to hear it popping up in clubs. And BoA shows off her slick dance moves in the MV. This song - and the choreo - won't be leaving our heads anytime soon.
– Laura
Crush - Summer Love
Crush's latest single, "Summer Love" has everything in the recipe for a classic R&B track. The punchy beat gives a hip hop feel, but Crush's voice is pure R&B velvet. This song left us with serious Ne-Yo and TLC vibes. And we love it. It instantly went on our summer playlist. We're ready to cruise along the ocean at night just listening to Crush.
– Laura
MAMAMOO - Yes I Am
MAMAMOO is back with their fifth mini album, Purple. The title song, "Yes I Am," is another great song to add to your summertime playlist. This song is a sweet return to MAMAMOO's pure pop sound. The upbeat track and colorful MV relay their message of being confident with who you are. In the MV, the girls strut around saying, "If I were to describe myself, I am a confident woman." We can't help but want to join them.
– Laura