Rather than contain my “Risers and Fallers” feature to a single post in June, I’m going to share a bite-sized version at the end of each month. This will let me account for more songs and make a nice lead-in to the monthly round-up post.

I anticipate most of these ratings adjustments will be negligible: a 0.5 shift here, a 0.25 shift there. But, it’s a fun way to keep track of how my feelings on songs have changed over time – as well as which tracks currently have momentum on my playlist.

And remember, just because a song is marked as a “faller” doesn’t mean I hate it! Falling from a “9” to an “8.75” is no shame. 9+ rated songs occupy a totally different playlist in my music library, so I’m pretty particular about what qualifies. It’s a high bar.

This month’s feature covers the period from August 18th to September 21st.

RISERS

ALPHA DRIVE ONE – Born Dire
Rating: 8 → 8.25

Big Ocean – Love Sign
Rating: 8 → 8.25

Close Your Eyes – Open Your Eyes
Rating: 8.25 → 8.5

Doh Kyung Soo – Guitarist
Rating: 8 → 8.25

hrtz.wav – Alive
Rating: 8.25 → 8.5

NEXZ – Saucin’
Rating: 8 → 8.5 *Biggest Riser*

TNX – Die Another Day
Rating: 8.5 → 8.75

VERIVERY – Don’t Panic!
Rating: 8 → 8.25

xikers – Just For Fun (Minjae, Sumin & Yechan)
Rating: 8.25 → 8.5

FALLERS

ALL(H)OURS – Dang Dang
Rating: 8.75 → 8.5

Chungha – México
Rating: 7.5 → 7 *Biggest Faller*

In A Minute – Midnight
Rating: 8.25 → 8