What to do if you’ve been within the business for sixteen years? FTIsland are elder statesmen of Ok-pop, revered for his or her consistency and longevity. It’s been a very good six or seven years since their music has excited me, however I respect their dedication. New single Sage sounds very like you’d count on it to — an emotive rock ballad fueled by Lee Hongki’s always-solid vocal.
Sage is neither right here nor there for me. The band have recorded many ballads on this model, and if I’m within the temper to listen to one there are a lot stronger selections. On the similar time, those that can’t get sufficient of this sound will doubtless discover themselves entranced. The observe swells with a hearty refrain and chant-along chorus designed for the total stadium expertise. The guitar chugs alongside properly, constructing to a dramatic finale that feels just like the aural equal of fireworks shot into the sky. It’s all very stable, however nothing we haven’t heard dozens of instances earlier than.
| Hooks | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 7 |
| RATING | 7.5 |
Grade: C
