The Return Of GOT7 With New Album, WINTER HEPTAGON
They are back! Everyone, they are back! It has been almost three years since GOT7 released music, and they are back with a jam-packed album to rock your world. WINTER HEPTAGON is a nine-song album that showcases the many talents of GOT7. In this album, each of the members took part in the songwriting process. With each of them having a song that they wrote on the album, you can hear the difference in their writing styles; each one is specific to them and their personalities.
WINTER HEPTAGON Tracklist:
“PYTHON” (Title Track)
“SMOOTH”
“Our Youth”
“REMEMBER”
“Darling”
“TIDAL WAVE”
“OUT THE DOOR”
“her”
“Yours Truly,”
WINTER HEPTAGON Album Review
Starting off strong, the first song on the album is the title track, “PYTHON.” This fully English track will have you excited for the rest of the album. The moment the song starts, you feel like you are being transported to this magical, unknown world. Then the members start singing. In this more staccato-speaking way, they sing in a lower tone. The moment the rappers come in, the bass is added to the whimsical sound. The entire vibe of the song changes when the bridge starts. The beat has this more electric sound to it. It sounds like someone took an electric guitar or keyboard and added an electrifying, funk sound. Once the chorus comes, we are transported back to that whimsical sound from the beginning. The members sound fantastic in this song. The vocalists are singing with ease, and the raps are striking and flow with the song's beat. Something that stood out compared to previous GOT7 title tracks is that this song is more mellow. It’s a track you can dance to and just lay back and groove to.
The music video is gorgeous. It has a dark theme, and the members are seen wearing all black. The video also has a rich feeling. You see the members on planes with crystals around them. The members also keep to that winter theme. There are scenes where they are smiling and dancing in the snow, with snow falling around them and speaking of dancing. It is a joy to see them dancing together again. The choreography is intricate, with there being specific hand signs, like the iconic GOT7 logo, and intricate foot work that moves at a fast pace. An added plus to this already fantastic song is that member BamBam took part in the writing process of “PYTHON.” It’s a great title track, and I can see this being a favorite of so many fans.
This album has a song for every mood. We start with “SMOOTH,” written by member Jackson. This song has a ‘60s-‘70s funk sound that makes you want to get up and dance. “SMOOTH” is an upbeat dance track that makes you smile. The members' falsetto singing showcases the versatility of their vocals. Jackson's personality truly shines in this song; you can tell he wrote it. It’s a fun track and was instantly added to my favorites.
The next song, “Our Youth,” will make you feel liberated. This track is written by Youngjae, and while listening to this track, you can’t help but think, “This is such a GOT7 song.” The pop song is upbeat and has those strong, powerful vocals that we are used to in GOT7 songs. I found myself listening to this to this song on repeat. “Our Youth” is one of those songs you listen to in your room, jump around, and scream the lyrics at the top of your lungs. It’s a great song that instantly became a favorite of mine.
“REMEMBER” is the next song on the album. Written by member Yugyeom, you can hear that resemblance to his style in music. I clicked favorite so fast once the song started. With an addictive beat, there is an R&B influence that makes you want to sway your hips along to the beat. “REMEMBER” is short but carries so much punch that you can’t help but dance along. Still keeping to that GOT7 sound and his own sound too, this song is sure to become a club hit.
The next song is “Darling.” You can tell that member JAY B wrote this song. With the same funk/R&B sound we hear in his songs, we were graced to hear his signature sound in this album too. “Darling” is the perfect mixture of GOT7 and JAY B. Their voices beautifully blend throughout the song. I can see this song being a favorite amongst fans. This is another track I can see being played in the clubs. I can picture everyone dancing, feeling the vibe, and enjoying themselves, and of course, this was favorite the moment it started.
“TIDAL WAVE” is the next song on the album, written by member BamBam. “TIDAL WAVE” is the second song BamBam wrote on this album, showcasing his talented penmanship. The song starts with a piano. The moment the beat starts, you are transported into a rave. “TIDAL WAVE” combines rave music and club dance tracks. This is a song I can see being played at Coachella or any other music festivals. It’s a fun song that instantly became a favorite of mine.
“OUT THE DOOR” is the summer banger that we need. Written by Mark, “OUT THE DOOR” is the perfect song for those long drives to the beach with the windows down. Just like the title says, this song will make you want to leave out the door and enjoy the summer breeze. When I heard this, I clicked favorite and smiled super hard. The song is cheerful and upbeat. This song stands out with a more rock sound compared to the previous songs. The members' soothing voices fit this concept and create a light-hearted aura that will bring a smile to your face.
A ballad! We got a ballad! “her” is a beautiful ballad written by member Jinyoung. The strums of the guitar create a more acoustic sound to the song. The members' voices are soulful and carry so much emotion behind them. “her” is the skillful ballad we are used to from GOT7. Their voices merge flawlessly to create this seamless harmony that makes you feel like you are levitating. I am a sucker for a ballad, so of course, it’s a favorite of mine. It’s a lovely song that many will love.
The last song on the album is “Yours Truly,” and this is the perfect song to end this jam-packed album. “Yours Truly,” is another ballad that showcases the vocal talents of the GOT7 members. Giving more “Miracle” vibes, this is a song that you lay back, stare at the ceiling, and just take in the masterpiece you are hearing. An added plus to this spectacular song is that JAY B participated in the writing and composition process of the track. This song is breathtaking and will definitely become a favorite amongst Ahgase. It definitely became a favorite of mine.
This album is fantastic. There is a song for every mood that you are in. Seeing the members participate in this album's creation warms our hearts. This was one of those times when I added every song to my playlist. I truly recommend that everyone check out WINTER HEPTAGON for a spectacular time.
“PYTHON” Title Track Score: 10/10
“PYTHON” Music Video Score: 9.9/10
WINTER HEPTAGON Album Score: 10/10
Total Score: 9.9/10
Edited by Rachael Lovette