Review: BDC - Moonlight
BDC now have ended their Intersection trilogy. While most K-Pop trilogies end up as self-indulgent lore for fans which make less sense as a combined whole than individually, this trilogy is arguably the single best one as far as single cohesion goes yet. Shoot the Moon was excellent within a few listens, with the golden chorus. It was followed up by Moon Rider, which was a huge grower for me, and will likely end up in my year-end top 50. Now, we end the trilogy with the muted, subtle, and retro Moonlight.
After about the first half month or so, Moonlight is probably the weakest of the three Intersection singles, but given the trios overall consistency that does not mean much. The basic production is reminiscent of classic 80s mid-tempos, driven by the atmosphere, and not much else.
This leads to some gorgeous synth beats, even if they are not totally original. The stunning drum helps create the atmosphere, and the synths build on them. The song never varies from its few basic chords but builds them really well.
As far as song moments go, the chorus is one of the best. With a full-fledged series of refrains one after another, it is quite perfect, especially with both phases complimenting each other. Each hook is long, driving itself on depth rather than momentum.
Unfortunately, the verses can be a bit throwaway at times. The first one is fine, but the second verse, after opening with a brilliant synth line, slows down and is even a bit messy at times, with some unneeded autotune.
I am not sure how often I would come back to Moonlight, but the central chorus refrain has been floating in my head for days. I wonder where BDC will go from here.
There is something a bit magical about that chorus!
ReplyDeleteSo true, it keeps ringing in my head!
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