I actually get pleasure from Shut Your Eyes’ current title observe Snowy Summer season, however after I give it some thought the tune might be my least favourite on their new mini album. I already wrote about b-side You, understanding full effectively that album opener Paint Sweet would ultimately be promoted as a double title observe. Now, it’s been paired with a brand new video forward of doubtless music present performances.
If I’ve one criticism for Shut Your Eyes, it’s that I want their music heightened the power a bit. The overwhelming majority of their tracks to date have been mid-tempo, which isn’t my most popular mode for idol pop. Paint Sweet‘s brisk New Jack Swing beat will get us a lot nearer to bop territory and hints at a promising transformation for his or her sound.
The tune opens with a catchy spoken-word hook (paying homage to Pink Velvet’s iconic Pink Taste, really!) earlier than launching into its first verse. Whereas the percussion hits with new depth, the vocal supply remains to be fairly laid again. This distinction works effectively, particularly set in opposition to the flood of forgettable sing-talk at present clogging the Ok-pop market. Paint Sweet‘s refrain is equally restrained, coasting alongside the groove relatively than snatching full command of the tune. Once more, this isn’t my most popular method to a tune like this, however Shut Your Eyes make it work due to their compelling vocal colour and the final breeziness of the observe. Total, this makes for a stable late-summer spotlight.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Longevity | 9 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8.5 |
Grade: B