Is With a good place to start with TVXQ?

Yes, With is recommended as a starting point for new TVXQ listeners. A vibrant tapestry of K-pop styles blending emotive ballads with upbeat dance tracks and intricate harmonies. With marks TVXQ's return to the music scene after a three-year hiatus, following their earlier album Catch Me in 2012. The duo, now comprised of Yunho and Changmin, navigated their evolving identity as a smaller unit while showcasing their artistic growth and versatility in sound.

With works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, uplifting energy for motivation and vocal showcases that inspire awe.

How many songs are on With?

With has 16 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

With

TVXQ · 2014

61 min · 16 tracks · K-pop

A vibrant tapestry of K-pop styles blending emotive ballads with upbeat dance tracks and intricate harmonies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Spinning Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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SURISURI [Spellbound] — This track combines an infectious hook with a lively rhythm, showcasing the duo’s vocal prowess and stage charisma, making it a perfect representation of their K-pop energy.
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Believe In U — The song features heartfelt lyrics about unwavering support, complemented by a powerful melody that highlights the emotional depth of the album.
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Time Works Wonders — This track stands out for its reflective themes paired with a smooth R&B vibe, illustrating a mature side of TVXQ’s artistry.
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Chandelier — With its soaring chorus and dynamic production, this track exemplifies the blend of pop sensibilities and vocal acrobatics that define TVXQ's sound.

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 blends various K-pop styles effectively but doesn't fully transcend its genre.

What we noticed

The album opens with a brief introduction track that sets a thematic tone before transitioning into the first full song.
The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album.

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: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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

steady pacing for focused listening
uplifting energy for motivation
vocal showcases that inspire awe
balanced mix of joy and
emotive ballads for heartfelt moments

Maybe skip if you

seek instant gratification tracks
prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality after a hiatus with diverse musical styles.
Themes: K-pop resurgence· emotional support anthems· reflective R&B maturity
Career context: With marks TVXQ's return to the music scene after a three-year hiatus, following their earlier album Catch Me in 2012. The duo, now comprised of Yunho and Changmin, navigated their evolving identity as a smaller unit while showcasing their artistic growth and versatility in sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Super Junior· SHINee· EXO