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Voice: The Future is Now

Victon · 2021

42 min · 13 tracks · K-pop

A vibrant fusion of catchy hooks and polished production that embodies the youthful energy of K-pop's evolving landscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    What I Said — This track stands out with its infectious chorus and confident delivery, encapsulating the group's growth while addressing themes of self-assertion.
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    Chess — With intricate production and clever lyrical metaphors comparing love to a chess game, this track highlights the group's lyrical maturity and musical experimentation.
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    We Stay — The emotional depth of this ballad showcases the members' vocal abilities while exploring themes of longing and commitment, making it a poignant highlight of the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album balances energetic and introspective tracks, showcasing strong production and varied vocal styles.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with upbeat tempos, while the second half shifts to more introspective and slower songs.
  • Each track showcases a distinct arrangement, often incorporating layered harmonies and electronic elements that are characteristic of K-pop production.
  • Several tracks include solo performances from individual members, allowing for varied vocal styles and personal expression within the album.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • introspective late-night vibes
  • short, engaging listening sessions
  • uplifting personal growth themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 11, 2021, 'Voice: The Future is Now' marks Victon's third studio album, following their successful mini-album 'Continuous' from 2020. At this point in their career, Victon was solidifying their presence in the K-pop industry, showcasing a maturation in sound and concept as they transitioned from rising stars to established artists.
Stylistic neighbors
Astro· ONF· SF9

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Into The Mirror 3:30
  • 2 What I Said 3:26
  • 3 Circle 3:12
  • 4 Chess 3:27
  • 5 Up To You 3:13
  • 6 All Day 3:15
  • 7 Carry On (Kang Seung Sik solo) 2:49
  • 8 Eyes On You (Heo Chan solo) 3:22
  • 9 Utopia (Lim Se Jun solo) 2:50
  • 10 Where Is Love? (Do Han Se solo) 3:04
  • 11 Unpredictable 3:09
  • 12 Flip A Coin 3:33
  • 13 We Stay 3:26

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