Xdinary Heroes have distinguished themselves from other idol bands through their willingness to move past sentiment into whimsical theatricality. Early efforts in this vein weren’t quite to my taste, but they’ve found a satisfying middleground lately. New title track Voyager offers a slightly different sound for the group, bolstering their anthemic songwriting with celestial synth work.
I’ve always been a massive fan of moments when sci-fi and pop music mix. That synthesis formed a big touchstone of the 80s and supported much of my formative music taste. Something about big synths and equally big guitars will always get me. Voyager is not strictly 80s in nature, but it delivers a sprawling sense of fantasy. I wouldn’t be surprised if Xdinary Heroes were listening to bands like Muse when thinking about a track like this. They don’t color as far outside the lines as I’d like, nor do they find melodies that are quite worth the bombast undergirding them, but sometimes it’s the thought that counts and I very much appreciate Voyager‘s intentions.
In our modern economy of two minute singles, it’s also refreshing to hear a title track that gives itself time to explore a few different musical territories. Again, I wish these territories were a bit more compelling and that Voyager built to a climax worthy of its potential, but I’m having to remind myself again and again that beggars can’t be choosers. There’s plenty to admire here and I have a feeling that further listens will continue to draw out the song’s charms.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Production | 9 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 9 |
| RATING | 8.5 |
Grade: B
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Do you plan on listening to the full album? I find that every song stands out so much compared to Voyager; especially No Cool Kids Zone, Rise High Rise and Helium Balloon. It’s always a disappointment when groups choose the more tame and plain song as the title track.
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Even though of course, it makes sense as to why.
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I really like how the breakdowns gradually develop here. The metalcore staff JYP hired a year or so ago deserve a raise! Adding spacey synths is always a winner for me, too. However, they overextend and too much focus is lost by the end. Still a solid, interesting song. 8
I also appreciate X Room better now as a finale for the album.
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The Muse comment probably is true since they opened for Muse last year at their concert in Korea, and I can totally see them liking their songs. I for one am always a sucker for these kind of synth-heavy, emotional and anthemic songs, so I’m really liking this release.
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Goodness, I love this song.
Buried treasure would be Helium Balloon.
X room is perfect to close out the album.
Great album. Two thumbs up.
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rahh this whole album is fire and the mv for this song makes the whole experience so much better
lets go xdinary heroesss
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Voyager did grow on me after a few listens. It’s not my top 5 but I do appreciate how the song sounds so full and hits at right moments! Clear standouts (and my favs) from DEAD AND would have to be Hurt So Good and Rise High Rise.
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Not that I’ve been keeping up with music that well, but this is my favorite song of 2026 so far! The intro is one of the best I’ve heard! As someone who hadn’t heard any Xdinary Heroes aside from Happy Death Day, I definitely did not expect something this amazing. It feels so massive, which is always a compliment! Easy 9.5 for me and maybe higher
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