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Season 2. Hideout: The New Day We Step Into

Cravity · 2020

23 min · 7 tracks · K-pop

Energetic K-pop anthems blend catchy melodies with dynamic choreography, embodying the fresh vitality of youth and ambition.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Flame — As the title track, 'Flame' encapsulates the group's energetic style with its powerful choreography and anthemic chorus, making it a defining moment of the album.
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    Believer — 'Believer' showcases Cravity's vocal harmonies and emotional depth, balancing upbeat instrumentals with introspective lyrics about perseverance and hope.
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    호흡 (Breathing) — This track highlights a softer side of Cravity, blending gentle melodies with themes of self-reflection and the importance of taking moments to breathe amid chaos.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases energetic tracks with engaging vocals but lacks significant depth for long-term appeal.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo, while the fourth track introduces a slower pace that contrasts with the preceding songs.
  • Each song features layered vocal harmonies, often with call-and-response sections that engage listeners.
  • The album incorporates various electronic elements and synths, creating a polished sound typical of contemporary K-pop.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • youthful exuberance and energy
  • uplifting sing-along moments
  • short bursts of joy
  • morning motivation soundtrack

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer longer, sprawling albums
  • seek deep, introspective themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on August 24, 2020, 'Season 2. Hideout: The New Day We Step Into' is Cravity's debut mini-album following their introduction to the K-pop scene in early 2020. This project solidified their identity as a rising group under Starship Entertainment, showcasing their versatility and talent amidst a crowded industry landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Enhypen· Ateez· Stray Kids

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Believer

    The bridge emphasizes a shift towards optimism and resilience with repeated affirmations of belief in oneself amidst challenges.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Flame 3:14
  • 2 Believer 3:33
  • 3 Ohh Ahh 3:25
  • 4 Realize 3:35
  • 5 열기구 (Hot Air Balloon) 3:07
  • 6 Sunrise 3:17
  • 7 호흡 (Breathing) 3:38

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