Shinhwa - The Return [Review]

One of K-Pop's legendary idol groups, Shinhwa, made a return to the music industry after a 4 years hiatus. With all these new K-Pop groups debuting left, right and centre, it's refreshing for first generation idols to show all the rookies how it's done. Although initially I didn't have any expectations for this album, I've grown to appreciate their music and this album has blown me away.

 As there are so many songs on the album, unlike our other review, I'll just mention my favourite songs on the album. In all honesty, it was hard to narrow it done to a few of the ones we like the most.

Venus

The title song on the album is Venus and I watched the live performance before I heard the song on its own. I was in awe that they still have their old idol stage presence. The repetitive chorus was drummed into my head and I couldn't stop listening to it.

On The Road

'One The Road' is one of the few ballards on this albums but what distinguishes it from the rest is the sound of the castanets and guitars which adds an exotic feel to the song. Shinhwa illustrate that even after 4 year years, their voices go together so well.

Welcome

This song has the vibe of a Western song and I can imagine it being played in a club. I'm even bobbing my head to it as I'm listening to it now. Haha.

Move With Me

I haven't heard a song like this is a while. This song has a 90s feel to it. I used to listen to Western songs like this when I was younger so I was instantly drawn to this song. Eric's rap is the icing on the cake. I really want them to sing this song live~.


Shinhwa aren't called legendary for no reason. This album proves they still have the amazing-ness they had when they first debuted. It has genres to suit everyone with a range of fast and slow paced songs.

If you're just as hooked to these songs as I am then support Shinhwa by buying the album at:

YesAsia
iTunes
Melon