Continuing their global expansion, K-pop group
Twice
notched another international chart-topper with their 12th EP
Ready to Be
. Released in March 2023, the short set features the disco-kissed thriller "Set Me Free" (which subsequently received a full remix EP) and their second English-language song, the seductive R&B-pop of "Moonlight Sunrise." The electrified "Got the Thrills" lives up to its name, building to a joyous dance peak and bouncing along an elastic gang chorus. "Blame It on Me" injects a rock edge to the mix with a crunchy riff and popping percussion, while the contemplative "Crazy Stupid Love" puts the guitar on acoustic duty for this midtempo, lighters-up singalong. Keeping the energy and euphoria at a peak,
is another serving of addictive pop moments from the confident and stylish nine-piece. ~ Neil Z. Yeung