Top Korean EPs of the 2020s
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1.
2nd EP
Release: 2022.10.17
Charts: #3
While I think their debut was a solid release, I much prefer their second album because of its more consistent quality. The title track is easily my favourite song of the year, hitting hard with the reggaeton sound and have the most infectious hooks laid all over it. "Impurities" is a gorgeous pop/R&B track that takes on some 90s energy and that's what I'm all about, whereas the last two B-sides are also solid tunes.
+ "ANTIFRAGILE", "Impurities"
Release: 2022.10.17
Charts: #3
While I think their debut was a solid release, I much prefer their second album because of its more consistent quality. The title track is easily my favourite song of the year, hitting hard with the reggaeton sound and have the most infectious hooks laid all over it. "Impurities" is a gorgeous pop/R&B track that takes on some 90s energy and that's what I'm all about, whereas the last two B-sides are also solid tunes.
+ "ANTIFRAGILE", "Impurities"
2.
10th EP
Release: 2020.07.13
Charts: #3
Definitely a strong set of songs on GFRIEND's ninth EP. Some callbacks to their usual style, but also some nice changes that help it stand out. "Apple" is hypnotic.
+ "Apple", "Eye of the Storm", "Room of Mirrors"
Release: 2020.07.13
Charts: #3
Definitely a strong set of songs on GFRIEND's ninth EP. Some callbacks to their usual style, but also some nice changes that help it stand out. "Apple" is hypnotic.
+ "Apple", "Eye of the Storm", "Room of Mirrors"
3.
7th EP
Release: 2020.04.22
Charts: #5
One of the most consistent K-Pop EPs that I have listened to before, Da Capo works by delivering on every song. Pretty consistent quality throughout, although it would have been better if "1,2,3,4" was a bit stronger.
+ "Doll", "Lalalilala", "You.zip"
Release: 2020.04.22
Charts: #5
One of the most consistent K-Pop EPs that I have listened to before, Da Capo works by delivering on every song. Pretty consistent quality throughout, although it would have been better if "1,2,3,4" was a bit stronger.
+ "Doll", "Lalalilala", "You.zip"
4.
6th EP
Release: 2022.03.14
Charts: #11
Another hit for the girls, Thank You is 70s disco and 80s post-disco funk heavy and I'm here for it. Flashy synths and slick hooks, it isn't the stuff that would hit right away but will certainly grow better and better with age.
+ "Thank You", "Love is Gone", "Can I Love You"
Release: 2022.03.14
Charts: #11
Another hit for the girls, Thank You is 70s disco and 80s post-disco funk heavy and I'm here for it. Flashy synths and slick hooks, it isn't the stuff that would hit right away but will certainly grow better and better with age.
+ "Thank You", "Love is Gone", "Can I Love You"
5.
8th EP
Release: 2022.11.29
Charts: N/A
Kara's return is a solid offering, bringing their most consistent work to date. The title track is the strongest of the bunch, a bombastic dance/pop song that takes on similarities from their previous works. The rest of the songs are decent, although "Happy Hour" is on the weaker side of things. Maybe it's my Kara bias coming through, but I loved it.
+ "WHEN I MOVE", "Shout It Out"
Release: 2022.11.29
Charts: N/A
Kara's return is a solid offering, bringing their most consistent work to date. The title track is the strongest of the bunch, a bombastic dance/pop song that takes on similarities from their previous works. The rest of the songs are decent, although "Happy Hour" is on the weaker side of things. Maybe it's my Kara bias coming through, but I loved it.
+ "WHEN I MOVE", "Shout It Out"
6.
1st Ep
Release: 2022.08.01
Charts: #1
NewJeans' debut EP allowed the group to breakthrough overnight and become an instant success. Luckily, the EP also retains a strong consistency in terms of quality and sound. A nice R&B/pop flavour lays the foundation with the more refreshing vibes that have allowed the group to stand out compared the more noisy or synth-driven styles of current.
+ "Attention", "Hype Boy"
Release: 2022.08.01
Charts: #1
NewJeans' debut EP allowed the group to breakthrough overnight and become an instant success. Luckily, the EP also retains a strong consistency in terms of quality and sound. A nice R&B/pop flavour lays the foundation with the more refreshing vibes that have allowed the group to stand out compared the more noisy or synth-driven styles of current.
+ "Attention", "Hype Boy"
![권은비 [Kwon Eun Bi] - Lethality](https://cdn2.albumoftheyear.org/100x/album/549596-lethality.jpg)
7.
3rd EP
Release: 2022.10.12
Charts: #13
Eunbi's third EP is easily her strongest offering yet. The large majority of the songs are uptempo tracks, bringing in some elements from her previous EP with tracks bringing light electronic and dance elements. This is especially evident in the stampeding title track as well as the slinky "Croquis", with the latter coming across as a sister track to "Glitch".
+ "Underwater", "Croquis"
Release: 2022.10.12
Charts: #13
Eunbi's third EP is easily her strongest offering yet. The large majority of the songs are uptempo tracks, bringing in some elements from her previous EP with tracks bringing light electronic and dance elements. This is especially evident in the stampeding title track as well as the slinky "Croquis", with the latter coming across as a sister track to "Glitch".
+ "Underwater", "Croquis"
8.
11th EP
Release: 2022.03.21
Charts: #1
A very solid release from Red Velvet and one of their stronger EPs recently. A wider variety of sounds but the songs still sound particularly fresh and interesting, unlike many of the tracks from their last EP. With that said, I'm still pretty partial on the title track, which I find decent, but not as fun as "Queendom".
+ "Feel My Rhythm", "Rainbow Halo", "Bamboleo"
Release: 2022.03.21
Charts: #1
A very solid release from Red Velvet and one of their stronger EPs recently. A wider variety of sounds but the songs still sound particularly fresh and interesting, unlike many of the tracks from their last EP. With that said, I'm still pretty partial on the title track, which I find decent, but not as fun as "Queendom".
+ "Feel My Rhythm", "Rainbow Halo", "Bamboleo"
9.
2nd EP
Release: 2020.09.21
Charts: #4
A much stronger EP than their previous one. The title track is one of my favourites of 2020 but there are a few decent B-sides to give it some edge.
+ "LA DI DA"
Release: 2020.09.21
Charts: #4
A much stronger EP than their previous one. The title track is one of my favourites of 2020 but there are a few decent B-sides to give it some edge.
+ "LA DI DA"
10.
3rd EP
Release: 2023.05.08
Charts: N/A
aespa's third EP is easily their strongest offering yet, bringing back some of that odd experimental nature in their sound with some more streamlined takes. The opener is easily my favourite, opting for a slower but more dramatic and built-up style that showcases their vocals, but the title track with its bombastic arrangement is also a lot of fun.
+ "Welcome to MY WORLD", "Spicy", "Thirsty"
Release: 2023.05.08
Charts: N/A
aespa's third EP is easily their strongest offering yet, bringing back some of that odd experimental nature in their sound with some more streamlined takes. The opener is easily my favourite, opting for a slower but more dramatic and built-up style that showcases their vocals, but the title track with its bombastic arrangement is also a lot of fun.
+ "Welcome to MY WORLD", "Spicy", "Thirsty"
11.
8th EP
Release: 2020.07.06
Charts: #3
One of SF9's more consistent works. It plays on a lot of the music they had done before, but at least we get some solid melodies and arrangements.
+ "Summer Breeze", "All Day All Night"
Release: 2020.07.06
Charts: #3
One of SF9's more consistent works. It plays on a lot of the music they had done before, but at least we get some solid melodies and arrangements.
+ "Summer Breeze", "All Day All Night"
12.
2nd EP
Release: 2022.02.21
Charts: #1
Easily their strongest effort to date, it features some dynamic uptempo tracks and slicker R&B tunes. There is a nice display of variety here and also tries to mature the girls' discography in some ways without taking away from their classic charm. I just wish there was a stronger vocalist to really take the R&B songs to a higher level.
+ "RUN2U", "YOUNG LUV"
Release: 2022.02.21
Charts: #1
Easily their strongest effort to date, it features some dynamic uptempo tracks and slicker R&B tunes. There is a nice display of variety here and also tries to mature the girls' discography in some ways without taking away from their classic charm. I just wish there was a stronger vocalist to really take the R&B songs to a higher level.
+ "RUN2U", "YOUNG LUV"
13.
5th EP
Release: 2020.09.21
Charts: #2
Easily one of the group's strongest EPs. The general quality is quite consistent and feels like a strong display of their more mature side. I like that there aren't any slower songs to stunt the energy as well.
+ "The Stealer"
Release: 2020.09.21
Charts: #2
Easily one of the group's strongest EPs. The general quality is quite consistent and feels like a strong display of their more mature side. I like that there aren't any slower songs to stunt the energy as well.
+ "The Stealer"
14.
4th EP
Release: 2020.04.28
Charts: #6
A pretty solid release from the girl group. The title track is a fun follow-up to their first three EPs' style but doesn't feel like much growth. The B-sides are all pretty solid too.
+ "Tweaks ~Heavy cloud but no rain"
Release: 2020.04.28
Charts: #6
A pretty solid release from the girl group. The title track is a fun follow-up to their first three EPs' style but doesn't feel like much growth. The B-sides are all pretty solid too.
+ "Tweaks ~Heavy cloud but no rain"
15.
10th EP
Release: 2022.07.13
Charts: #5
Despite only including 6 of the 9 members, SF9's newest EP is a decent summer release. The title track is fun, catchy and has a great beat. While I don't think it quite tops their last EP, the rest of the tracks hold on well enough with some decent hooks here and there.
+ "SCREAM", "Driver"
Release: 2022.07.13
Charts: #5
Despite only including 6 of the 9 members, SF9's newest EP is a decent summer release. The title track is fun, catchy and has a great beat. While I don't think it quite tops their last EP, the rest of the tracks hold on well enough with some decent hooks here and there.
+ "SCREAM", "Driver"
16.
3rd EP
Release: 2022.11.22
Charts: #6
BoA's third EP has the artists attempting to go outside of the box. Instead of the usual dance/R&B focused title track, "Forgive Me" brings in some punk elements. The rest of the EP jumps around a lot, but there are some interesting sounds in songs like "Sketch" and "Breathe", although the results are mixed.
+ "Forgive Me", "Sketch"
Release: 2022.11.22
Charts: #6
BoA's third EP has the artists attempting to go outside of the box. Instead of the usual dance/R&B focused title track, "Forgive Me" brings in some punk elements. The rest of the EP jumps around a lot, but there are some interesting sounds in songs like "Sketch" and "Breathe", although the results are mixed.
+ "Forgive Me", "Sketch"
17.
Special EP
Release: 2020.10.05
Charts: #5
A pretty good release that I wasn't expecting. The main ballad is a solid listen despite me not being a big fan of these "fan songs". The other two B-sides are also really decent songs.
+ "Shine Together"
Release: 2020.10.05
Charts: #5
A pretty good release that I wasn't expecting. The main ballad is a solid listen despite me not being a big fan of these "fan songs". The other two B-sides are also really decent songs.
+ "Shine Together"
18.
2nd EP
Release: 2022.04.11
Charts: #3
A surprisingly decent release from Onew. The first two tracks are great, blending in some retro styles that make he songs dynamic and fun. The rest of the album goes for a more mellow approach, but they still have some charming moments.
+ "DICE", "Sunshine"
Release: 2022.04.11
Charts: #3
A surprisingly decent release from Onew. The first two tracks are great, blending in some retro styles that make he songs dynamic and fun. The rest of the album goes for a more mellow approach, but they still have some charming moments.
+ "DICE", "Sunshine"
19.
8th EP
Release: 2020.06.09
Charts: #2
For me, WJSN has continuously supplied solid music since their fifth mini-album. While their eighth mini doesn't quite hit the highs that their other releases have, it is still another decent effort from the group.
+ "Butterfly", "Pantomime"
Release: 2020.06.09
Charts: #2
For me, WJSN has continuously supplied solid music since their fifth mini-album. While their eighth mini doesn't quite hit the highs that their other releases have, it is still another decent effort from the group.
+ "Butterfly", "Pantomime"
20.
2nd EP
Release: 2022.04.04
Charts: #2
Not the biggest fan of ballad focused EPs, but this is surprisingly good. Still some uptempo stuff like "Hurdle" to help break the slower pace but even the ballads were pretty decent as they opted for that 90s pop/rock kind of style.
+ "Morning Star", "Hurdle"
Release: 2022.04.04
Charts: #2
Not the biggest fan of ballad focused EPs, but this is surprisingly good. Still some uptempo stuff like "Hurdle" to help break the slower pace but even the ballads were pretty decent as they opted for that 90s pop/rock kind of style.
+ "Morning Star", "Hurdle"
21.
5th EP
Release: 2022.06.27
Charts: #1
Definitely the group's best EP partly because it does away with slower tunes. The title track is lighthearted and catchy and is a grower, while there are some really solid album tracks that follow the retro vibe such as "Rewind".
+ "Stay This Way", "Rewind"
Release: 2022.06.27
Charts: #1
Definitely the group's best EP partly because it does away with slower tunes. The title track is lighthearted and catchy and is a grower, while there are some really solid album tracks that follow the retro vibe such as "Rewind".
+ "Stay This Way", "Rewind"
22.
9th EP
Release: 2020.06.01
Charts: #1
Despite the title track not being one of their strongest, it has grown on me. The rest of the mini is filled with some pretty good B-sides, with a few stand outs.
+ "More & More", "SHADOW"
Release: 2020.06.01
Charts: #1
Despite the title track not being one of their strongest, it has grown on me. The rest of the mini is filled with some pretty good B-sides, with a few stand outs.
+ "More & More", "SHADOW"
23.
7th EP
Release: 2020.09.01
Charts: #5
Sadly being Lovelyz' last release, this is a solid enough EP and an interesting change in concept for their title track. I actually enjoy the song, but the rest of the EP is just their usual style anyways.
+ "Obliviate", "Memories"
Release: 2020.09.01
Charts: #5
Sadly being Lovelyz' last release, this is a solid enough EP and an interesting change in concept for their title track. I actually enjoy the song, but the rest of the EP is just their usual style anyways.
+ "Obliviate", "Memories"
24.
3rd EP
Release: 2020.09.02
Charts: #4
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+ "Goblin (Favorite Boys)", "Stand By You"
Release: 2020.09.02
Charts: #4
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+ "Goblin (Favorite Boys)", "Stand By You"
25.
1st EP
Release: 2022.01.17
Charts: #7
The first EP from new subunit JinJin & Rocky. A bit more dynamic and fun compared to the slicker energy of Moonbin & Sanha, but there is a nice variety of styles and genres that help to flesh out both members' talents.
+ "Just Breath"
Release: 2022.01.17
Charts: #7
The first EP from new subunit JinJin & Rocky. A bit more dynamic and fun compared to the slicker energy of Moonbin & Sanha, but there is a nice variety of styles and genres that help to flesh out both members' talents.
+ "Just Breath"
26.
1st EP
Release: 2022.06.24
Charts: #1
For the first solo release from TWICE, Nayeon hit is out of the park here. The title track isn't the best song, but its bright and summery energy is perfect for the season and the rest of the EP follows suit with a nice variety of tracks. The stand out however is definitely "No Problem" for me, with its 80s inspired arrangement.
+ "POP!", "No Problem"
Release: 2022.06.24
Charts: #1
For the first solo release from TWICE, Nayeon hit is out of the park here. The title track isn't the best song, but its bright and summery energy is perfect for the season and the rest of the EP follows suit with a nice variety of tracks. The stand out however is definitely "No Problem" for me, with its 80s inspired arrangement.
+ "POP!", "No Problem"
27.
1st EP
Release: 2022.05.02
Charts: #2
LE SSERAFIM's debut was grappled with scandal, which left me avoiding the release for the most part but coming back to it, it's a solid debut effort. The title track is different and energetic, although I don't quite think it is as exhilarating as when it was first released. The rest of the EP is good with "Blue Flame" and "The Great Mermaid" trying out different uptempo sounds, although "Sour Grapes" lets the EP down for me.
+ "Fearless"
Release: 2022.05.02
Charts: #2
LE SSERAFIM's debut was grappled with scandal, which left me avoiding the release for the most part but coming back to it, it's a solid debut effort. The title track is different and energetic, although I don't quite think it is as exhilarating as when it was first released. The rest of the EP is good with "Blue Flame" and "The Great Mermaid" trying out different uptempo sounds, although "Sour Grapes" lets the EP down for me.
+ "Fearless"
29.
11th EP
Release: 2022.08.26
Charts: #2
A solid release from TWICE, although a bit of a letdown from their 2021 material. The title track is pretty solid and nice progression that combines their more mature elements, however the rest of the EP is hit or miss. Sometimes you have a good song like "Basics" and then they will go to something rather corny with "Queen of Hearts".
+ "Talk That Talk", "Basics"
Release: 2022.08.26
Charts: #2
A solid release from TWICE, although a bit of a letdown from their 2021 material. The title track is pretty solid and nice progression that combines their more mature elements, however the rest of the EP is hit or miss. Sometimes you have a good song like "Basics" and then they will go to something rather corny with "Queen of Hearts".
+ "Talk That Talk", "Basics"
30.
1st EP
Release: 2022.11.18
Charts: N/A
A funky and solid debut for the year, FIFTY FIFTY surprised me with their variety of sounds and their softer delivery. While "Log in" is your usual girl crush style, it is the weakest of the EP's songs. "Tell Me" brings a light hearted city pop energy while the title track, "Higher", brings a mid-tempo groovy disco-lite tune.
+ "Tell Me"
Release: 2022.11.18
Charts: N/A
A funky and solid debut for the year, FIFTY FIFTY surprised me with their variety of sounds and their softer delivery. While "Log in" is your usual girl crush style, it is the weakest of the EP's songs. "Tell Me" brings a light hearted city pop energy while the title track, "Higher", brings a mid-tempo groovy disco-lite tune.
+ "Tell Me"
31.
5th EP
Release: 2020.08.17
Charts: #3
Probably the first title track that I'm not a big fan of, "BOCA" just isn't all that interesting or new from the group even if it is a solid track. There are some album tracks on here that are better and I wish they went with instead, but "Dear" is amongst the group's most bland tracks.
+ "Break the Wall", "Can't get you out of my mind"
Release: 2020.08.17
Charts: #3
Probably the first title track that I'm not a big fan of, "BOCA" just isn't all that interesting or new from the group even if it is a solid track. There are some album tracks on here that are better and I wish they went with instead, but "Dear" is amongst the group's most bland tracks.
+ "Break the Wall", "Can't get you out of my mind"
32.
4th EP
Release: 2020.04.29
Charts: #1
I actually enjoy "Ridin'", even if it isn't the most innovative track, the hook is killer. The rest of the EP is decent as is the case with most of SM's recent works as the harmonies help to flesh out even the most boring of tracks. Unfortunately, "Puzzle Piece" is a bit too boring me.
+ "Ridin'", "Love Again"
Release: 2020.04.29
Charts: #1
I actually enjoy "Ridin'", even if it isn't the most innovative track, the hook is killer. The rest of the EP is decent as is the case with most of SM's recent works as the harmonies help to flesh out even the most boring of tracks. Unfortunately, "Puzzle Piece" is a bit too boring me.
+ "Ridin'", "Love Again"
33.
4th EP
Release: 2022.01.17
Charts: #2
The overall EP comes off like a nice advancement in the group's maturity level, bringing in some slicker sounds and styles that help to bring more variety to the group's discography. The title track is a funky disco-pop song, but there are some nice mixes of R&B and retro sounds that keep it interesting even if the songs need some work.
+ "DM"
Release: 2022.01.17
Charts: #2
The overall EP comes off like a nice advancement in the group's maturity level, bringing in some slicker sounds and styles that help to bring more variety to the group's discography. The title track is a funky disco-pop song, but there are some nice mixes of R&B and retro sounds that keep it interesting even if the songs need some work.
+ "DM"
34.
1st EP
Release: 2020.10.28
Charts: #8
A decent debut from the newest WOOLIM boy band. The title track is good and "Overdrive" is a fun song, but the rest of the songs lack identity.
+ "Nostalgia", "Overdrive"
Release: 2020.10.28
Charts: #8
A decent debut from the newest WOOLIM boy band. The title track is good and "Overdrive" is a fun song, but the rest of the songs lack identity.
+ "Nostalgia", "Overdrive"
35.
3rd EP
Release: 2022.07.04
Charts: #1
Not as bad as I was expecting it to be, although the title track is easily their worst title track to date. The rest of the EP is solid enough, but nothing that really stands out or highlights ENHYPEN as a group.
+ N/A
Release: 2022.07.04
Charts: #1
Not as bad as I was expecting it to be, although the title track is easily their worst title track to date. The rest of the EP is solid enough, but nothing that really stands out or highlights ENHYPEN as a group.
+ N/A
36.
1st EP
Release: 2022.10.28
Charts: #9
A decent first entry from the sub-unit of tripleS. The title track is easily the EP's strongest offering, a slick but refreshing pop tune that highlights solid hooks and a less in-your-face vibe. The rest of the EP has some solid tunes as well although not quite as memorable.
+ "Generation"
Release: 2022.10.28
Charts: #9
A decent first entry from the sub-unit of tripleS. The title track is easily the EP's strongest offering, a slick but refreshing pop tune that highlights solid hooks and a less in-your-face vibe. The rest of the EP has some solid tunes as well although not quite as memorable.
+ "Generation"
37.
1st EP
Release: 2022.02.09
Charts: #2
GFRIEND's revival as VIVIZ is a nice continuation of the material they tried to take on as six members. While the group isn't as vocally strong as Yuju isn't around, the material is still quite dynamic, with a nice mix of 80s flair and some of their classic power pop.
+ "BOP BOP!", "Tweet Tweet"
Release: 2022.02.09
Charts: #2
GFRIEND's revival as VIVIZ is a nice continuation of the material they tried to take on as six members. While the group isn't as vocally strong as Yuju isn't around, the material is still quite dynamic, with a nice mix of 80s flair and some of their classic power pop.
+ "BOP BOP!", "Tweet Tweet"
38.
12th EP
Release: 2022.01.25
Charts: #1
Compared to their last EP where the quality was more inconsistent, this one is pretty good overall. There is no track that I really love, but I see myself bopping to some of these. The style feels like a continuation of their previous EPs although the title track tries to differentiate a bit despite it not being really my tastes.
+ N/A
Release: 2022.01.25
Charts: #1
Compared to their last EP where the quality was more inconsistent, this one is pretty good overall. There is no track that I really love, but I see myself bopping to some of these. The style feels like a continuation of their previous EPs although the title track tries to differentiate a bit despite it not being really my tastes.
+ N/A
39.
4th EP
Release: 2020.12.15
Charts: #4
A decent release but lacking in anything that truly stands out. The songs all remain at the same level and never climax.
+ "What Do I Call You"
Release: 2020.12.15
Charts: #4
A decent release but lacking in anything that truly stands out. The songs all remain at the same level and never climax.
+ "What Do I Call You"
40.
9th EP
Release: 2020.02.03
Charts: #1
Some great tracks but not really their strongest release. An interesting continuation of their usual sound.
+ "Labyrinth", "Crossroads", "Here We Are"
Release: 2020.02.03
Charts: #1
Some great tracks but not really their strongest release. An interesting continuation of their usual sound.
+ "Labyrinth", "Crossroads", "Here We Are"
41.
7th EP
Release: 2021.09.13
Charts: #2
One of ATEEZ's stronger releases, especially compared to the others in the "FEVER" series. "Eternal Sunshine" is one of the group's best songs in a while and it is nice to hear them take on something more bouncy and summery. The rest of the EP is their usual style, but lacking on the stronger hooks and melodies.
+ "Eternal Sunshine"
Release: 2021.09.13
Charts: #2
One of ATEEZ's stronger releases, especially compared to the others in the "FEVER" series. "Eternal Sunshine" is one of the group's best songs in a while and it is nice to hear them take on something more bouncy and summery. The rest of the EP is their usual style, but lacking on the stronger hooks and melodies.
+ "Eternal Sunshine"
![권은비 [Kwon Eun Bi] - Color](https://cdn2.albumoftheyear.org/100x/album/484055-color.jpg)
42.
2nd EP
Release: 2022.04.04
Charts: N/A
A surprisingly solid listen from Eunbi. Unfortunately, it is plagued by some blander choices in its second half. The EP starts off with "Glitch", which is one of the strongest songs of the year so far and then everything gradually gets weaker and weaker. The last two songs are boring coffeehouse pop songs that go nowhere.
+ "Glitch"
Release: 2022.04.04
Charts: N/A
A surprisingly solid listen from Eunbi. Unfortunately, it is plagued by some blander choices in its second half. The EP starts off with "Glitch", which is one of the strongest songs of the year so far and then everything gradually gets weaker and weaker. The last two songs are boring coffeehouse pop songs that go nowhere.
+ "Glitch"
43.
5th EP
Release: 2020.08.10
Charts: #3
As ONF's first release after their successful stint on The Road to Kingdom, SPIN-OFF is their weakest release for me yet. It isn't a bad release by any means, but it isn't up to par compared to their previous material.
+ "Geppeto", "New World (Spin Off ver.)"
Release: 2020.08.10
Charts: #3
As ONF's first release after their successful stint on The Road to Kingdom, SPIN-OFF is their weakest release for me yet. It isn't a bad release by any means, but it isn't up to par compared to their previous material.
+ "Geppeto", "New World (Spin Off ver.)"
44.
2nd EP
Release: 2022.07.08
Charts: #1
A pretty alright release from aespa. A strong title track that is buoyed by some decent B-sides and a few blander ones. I wish the rest of the EP was as exciting as the title track, bringing in some more experimental or interesting sounds. Instead, it goes for a more generic pop sound, which isn't bad per se, but disappointing.
+ "Girls"
Release: 2022.07.08
Charts: #1
A pretty alright release from aespa. A strong title track that is buoyed by some decent B-sides and a few blander ones. I wish the rest of the EP was as exciting as the title track, bringing in some more experimental or interesting sounds. Instead, it goes for a more generic pop sound, which isn't bad per se, but disappointing.
+ "Girls"
45.
4th EP
Release: 2022.02.28
Charts: #9
A better release than their last few, featuring two solid retro songs that outdo a lot of their usual material. I like the 80s style here as it comes off quite powerful and slick. Unfortunately, the rest of the EP is a bit mediocre.
+ "Chiquita", "In My World"
Release: 2022.02.28
Charts: #9
A better release than their last few, featuring two solid retro songs that outdo a lot of their usual material. I like the 80s style here as it comes off quite powerful and slick. Unfortunately, the rest of the EP is a bit mediocre.
+ "Chiquita", "In My World"
47.
10th EP
Release: 2020.10.12
Charts: #4
While I really adore "Daisy", I can't say I'm not that impressed by the rest of the release. A lot of the music isn't bad but just lacking some details to really allow the songs to stand out.
+ "Daisy"
Release: 2020.10.12
Charts: #4
While I really adore "Daisy", I can't say I'm not that impressed by the rest of the release. A lot of the music isn't bad but just lacking some details to really allow the songs to stand out.
+ "Daisy"
48.
9th EP
Release: 2020.04.13
Charts: #2
While it continues the same elegant style their last two EPs had, the songs just aren't as consistent this time through. I adore the title track and it is a slinky synth-based pop track, while there are a few solid album tracks as well. Unfortunately, things get a bit boring about halfway through.
+ "Dumhdurum"
Release: 2020.04.13
Charts: #2
While it continues the same elegant style their last two EPs had, the songs just aren't as consistent this time through. I adore the title track and it is a slinky synth-based pop track, while there are a few solid album tracks as well. Unfortunately, things get a bit boring about halfway through.
+ "Dumhdurum"
50.
2nd EP
Release: 2022.03.02
Charts: #7
A stronger offering than their first EP and I like that they are going harder into that 80s synthpop sound with their title tracks, but the overall EP s a bit blunted. Decent songs but nothing outstanding.
+ N/A
Release: 2022.03.02
Charts: #7
A stronger offering than their first EP and I like that they are going harder into that 80s synthpop sound with their title tracks, but the overall EP s a bit blunted. Decent songs but nothing outstanding.
+ N/A
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