Tempest are set to release a new mini album at the end of the month, but today they’ve unveiled the kind of for-the-fans pre-release that cobbles together behind-the-scenes footage to highlight what’s clearly more of a b-side than promoted single.
In the grand scheme of pre-releases, Destiny is neither here nor there. It’s the typical end-of-concert singalong, offering vague proclamations about the fated relationship between fan and artist. Sometimes I wonder who actually still believes this schtick, but maybe I’m just jaded after seeing these same tropes being recycled over the decades. The song itself is sugar sweet but lacks the unique melodic vision needed to transform itself into something beyond fan service. By the time we reach the chanted, hands-in-the-air refrain it almost feels like this is a track written by AI.
On the plus side, it’s nice to hear the guys belting out the notes and while everything here is super derivative it’s also harmless fluff. However, I’d much rather listen to Can’t Stop Shining if I’m in the mood for a pop song pick-me-up.
| Hooks | 7 |
| Production | 8 |
| Longevity | 7 |
| Bias | 7 |
| RATING | 7.25 |
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”Sometimes I wonder who actually still believes this schtick” Nick, let me hold your hand as I tell you this, but sadly, fans who are too deep into those parasocial relationships they built of them and their faves exist (if you mean the listeners and not the artists!)
Anyways, it’s your typical cheesy, harmless, generic fan song that serves as a decent concert finale. Glad that the guys are actually singing.
Rating’s the same.
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my favourite song is wonyoung’s amazing visuals ❤️🔥
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Every once in a while an artist nails the shtick, like with BTOB and “Finale: Our Concert,” but they definitely went the “send you home with the absolute most our vocals can do” route. This definitely plays it cheesy, which doesn’t work on an album as well as it does when you’re wrapped up in the concert spirit.
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I mean, if it works for whatever the Tempest fan club are called, who am I to judge. I have belted the shit out of “Miracle” by Super Junior in the car more than I will ever admit.
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