TREASURE's Hip-Hop, This Is It! [Jeon Hyo-jin's Personal Picks]

This piece delves into the often-overlooked B-sides of K-pop albums, spotlighting standout tracks released between May 29 and June 26 that deserve more attention. It moves beyond title tracks to uncover hidden gems that showcase artists' versatility and musical depth.

For aespa's second full album, 'ARMAGEDDON,' the track 'Camouflage' is recommended for its "winningly refreshing" sound, blending ethereal synths with a message of self-protection. TREASURE's fourth mini-album, '[REBOOT],' features 'GANG,' 'GONG-HEE-HEE-HEE' (난리나), and 'DANGER,' praised for their authentic YG hip-hop sound, delivering relentless energy and intricate flows.

Fifty Fifty's fourth mini-album, '[The FIFTY],' offers 'Genie Magic,' described as a "purification of body and mind" with a clear, rhythmic melody. tripleS's third mini-album, '[SET THE TEMPO],' includes 'R.I.P.' for its powerful message and 'LEAN ON ME' for its comforting synth-pop sound and vocal delivery.

ONF's second full album, Part 2 '[ONF:MYSELF],' is noted for its continued high quality, with 'Escape' and 'Once In a Red Moon' highlighted for their exhilarating melodies and sophisticated arrangements. Finally, ATEEZ's 14th mini-album, '[GOLDEN HOUR : Part.5],' features 'Body,' a track lauded for its R&B smoothness and the group's seasoned performance, capturing the lingering warmth of memories.