Is Always a good place to start with Big Bang?

Yes, Always is recommended as a starting point for new Big Bang listeners. A vibrant blend of electro hop and synth-pop, infused with emotionally charged vocals and catchy melodies. Released on August 16, 2007, Always marked Big Bang's first mini-album following their successful debut album, Since 2007. By this point, they were establishing themselves as key figures in the K-pop scene, transitioning from a promising new group to mainstream icons in South Korea.

Always works well if you're into short, impactful listening sessions, upbeat and catchy hooks and emotional and relatable themes.

How many songs are on Always?

Always has 6 tracks, running approximately 20 minutes.

Always

Big Bang · 2007

20 min · 6 tracks · K-pop

A vibrant blend of electro hop and synth-pop, infused with emotionally charged vocals and catchy melodies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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거짓말 Start here — This track's infectious hook and dramatic production encapsulate the emotional intensity that Big Bang is known for, becoming one of their signature songs.
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ALWAYS — Serving as a poignant love ballad, this song showcases the group's vocal range and ability to convey deep emotions through music.
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아무렇지 않은 척 — The upbeat tempo and relatable lyrics about pretending to be fine resonate with listeners, highlighting the band's knack for blending fun with meaningful themes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong songwriting and production, balancing energetic and emotive elements effectively.

What we noticed

The first track serves as an atmospheric intro, setting a mood before the tempo picks up with the second track.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short, impactful listening sessions
upbeat and catchy hooks
emotional and relatable themes
dynamic shifts in energy

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — 'Always' solidified Big Bang's status and brought them wider recognition in K-pop.
Themes: emotional storytelling· K-pop evolution
Moods: Uplifting· Nostalgic
Career context: Released on August 16, 2007, Always marked Big Bang's first mini-album following their successful debut album, Since 2007. By this point, they were establishing themselves as key figures in the K-pop scene, transitioning from a promising new group to mainstream icons in South Korea.
Stylistic neighbors: 2NE1· G-Dragon· EXO