Newcomer Juniel has everyone comparing her as the next 'nation's little sister'. Her soft and angelic vocals in fact, very closely resembles IU's, but she gives off more of the rocker cum singer-songwriter vibe.
Nevertheless, her first album, titled My First June, showcases the different genres that she can take on.
Illa Illa, the first track, is complete with guitar riffs in the background, but yet manages to have that indie / folk rock sound that all singer-songwriters channel.
The music video for Illa Illa is about the memory of a long-lost love. Check out the video below!
The music video for Illa Illa is about the memory of a long-lost love. Check out the video below!
The second track, Ready Go! is a previously released track when Juniel debuted in Japan. This song shows the girly side of her, as the song is done in a cutesy bubblegum pop style.
Everlasting Sunset is a mellow ballad that shows her vocal ranges. In this song, her voice is more mature, she sounds different from her take on Ready Go! which she delivered in a higher pitch. Everlasting Sunset is one of my favourites off the album, as Juniel really did well on this one.
Mask is another song which is on the rockier side, but there are some great moments in the mellow opening strains where Juniel makes you anticipate what is coming next. Somehow I did not really favour the electronica sounds in the background that comes after that, but overall the song isn't too bad.
The last song, Fool, is a duet with CNBLUE's Yonghwa who co-wrote song. This song has managed to help her gain attention in the K-pop scene which is overcrowded with so many idols. Besides riding on her labelmate's fame, Juniel also shows that she can also sing. This song reminds me so much of Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat who both collaborated in the international hit Lucky. (Okay, I admit I am a fan of duets!)
The music video for the happy-go-lucky song, Fool, is simply charming as we Juniel and Yonghwa both strum their guitars while singing to each other. Here's for those who have yet to watch the video, as well as Yonghwa fans who will absolutely love his new look!
The author loves singer-songwriters. Don't know why, but they seem to have this particular vibe and sound that is so great to listen to!
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