Arriving mere months after the chart-topping
DUH!
, K-pop group
P1Harmony
return with the equally inspired
EX
EP. These are hooky anthems that nicely combine their longstanding boy band energy with synthy pop and R&B influences. The title track alone is a sparkling opener that showcases the group's knack for melodic hooks, clubby grooves, and crisp vocal harmonies. From there, they dive headlong into the exuberant dance-rock of "Dancing Queen," conjure swoony orchestral hip-hop balladry on "Stupid Brain," and offer a kinetic Euro-pop party jam with "Night of My Life." With
,
once again offer an infectious short-player that stands up to repeated spins. ~ Matt Collar