Seventeen sub-unit BSS conquered 2023 with their megahit Combating. Throughout that yr, its catchy refrain and memorable choreo grew to become the form of widespread touchstone you see all over the place — from dance challenges to selection exhibits. That stage of success will be tough to observe, and it was most likely sensible of BSS to attend practically two years earlier than releasing one other title observe. CBZ (Primetime) (청바지) picks up the baton with a equally upbeat aptitude, performing as a cool burst of cheer for the beginning of 2025.
I’m not all the time the very best viewers for what BSS provide, because the humorous nature of their music can usually really feel gimmicky to me. The gimmicks are bolstered by unbelievable expertise and catchy melodies, which actually helps, however even a music as potent as Combating can come throughout extra like a gag from a comedy present than an everlasting pop observe. CBZ skirts the identical line, enjoyably funky however all the time with a touch of novelty that retains me from fully falling into its charms.
No matter I might imagine, the music by no means lapses in vitality. Its percussion is relentlessly perky, unfurling a bounding tempo ornamented with jazzy keys and thrives of guitar and brass. The refrain flows effortlessly over this combine, benefiting from the blokes’ sturdy vocals. It’s not as anthemic as Combating, however it has a enjoyable, festival-like depth that may possible profit from reside performances. We’ll see if CBZ will turn into the identical chart-and-culture-conquering hit as its predecessor, however for now I take pleasure in it rather less than Combating.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8 |
Grade: B-