Though they first debuted as relatively typical girl group MINX, Dreamcatcher’s 2017 reinvention spawned a discography that bucks K-pop’s trends in favor of heavy guitars and thundering percussion. They are unique within their often-soundalike K-pop era, bolstered by an incredibly consistent singles run.

As always with these particular countdowns, a song needs to be paired with a full, official music video to be eligible. That leaves fan favorites like Full Moon and Over The Sky out, though the latter would certainly find its way near the top of my list if given the chance!

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10. Endless Night (2020)

A perfectly fine – if somewhat forgettable – Japanese offering, highlighted by surging electric guitar and some well-placed power notes during the chorus. (full review)

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9. What (2018)

With a screamo post-chorus that goes heavier than any other Dreamcatcher single, What offers evolution with mixed results. Thankfully, the gorgeous orchestral touches help to temper the track’s more lumbering moments. (full review)

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8. Good Night (2017)

More straightforward than the group’s hybrid experiments, Good Night nonetheless offers a driving rock intensity that finds room for a beefy, bombastic hook. (full review)

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7. Breaking Out (2019)

As the group’s first original J-pop single, Breaking Out mostly replicates their Korean sound for a different market. However, the groovy tropical elements are a nice touch. (full review)

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6. Piri (2019)

With its unique whistling hook and crushing guitar-fueled chorus, Piri stands as a memorable entry in Dreamcatcher’s singles run, hindered only by a played-out triplet flow during the rap verses. (full review)

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5. Deja Vu (2019)

Bringing a greater sense of dynamics to a proven formula, Deja Vu pulls back for ballad-like verses before letting loose with an urgent, bruising chorus. (full review)

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4. Fly High (2017)

Fly High opted for a different set of producers, but maintains Dreamcatcher’s dramatic sound. The song feels tailor made for the opening of an anime, leveraging symphonic emphasis to great effect. (full review)

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3. You And I (2018)

Fueled by a taut, punchy chorus, You And I strikes a perfect balance between straightforward rock and a more dancefloor-friendly tempo. It’s everything that’s great about Dreamcatcher, wrapped in a sturdy, no-nonsense package. (full review)

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2. Chase Me (2017)

A perfect encapsulation of Dreamcatcher’s propulsive rock sound, Chase Me expertly laid down expectations of what was to come and remains one of the most memorable debuts of the last few years. (full review)

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1. Scream (2020)

Building upon Dreamcatcher’s rock base, Scream adds an addictive percussive drive that makes the instrumental stand out from the rest of their work. Its over-the-top chorus pulls no punches, punctuating its guitar-and-orchestra brew with theatrical backing vocals and otherworldly (demonic?) incantations. It’s a thrilling expansion of an already-robust style. (full review)

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