Jukjae(적재) - 2006 Mini Album Thoughts(K-indie)

 

     I always want to keep this blog about informing my readers about music, movies, and, books that might not be as well known. So, you won't always see popular artists such as BTS on here mostly because they're everywhere. I will be getting around to my thoughts on BE but for now, I'll focus on this solo Korean singer called Jukjae. His video's have constantly been shared by famous Korean acts in the industry. He released his first mini album after a string of digital singles(one featuring RnB singer Zion T). The album is titled 2006. 

Track List:
01. 반짝 빛나던, 나의 2006년 (Shining, My 2006)
02. 풍경 (Scenery)
03. 알아 I Know (With. Na Won Joo)
04. 너 없이도 Without You
05. 흔적Trace

    Jukjae's music is well known for bring soul music to acoustic music. Many other Korean male artists have tried to perfect this style too. However, Jakjae just makes these sounds feel right. sometimes simple productions go the long mile as you can see in the title ballad: 반짝 빛나던, 나의 2006년. The tracks chorus has a smooth touch that's effortless in melody. Listeners can't help to be swooped away by this relaxing style. Most of the album give you an " drink coffee in the afternoon sitting outside the cafe as the sunsets" kinda vibe.  Music is always good when it makes you imagine a mental image to fit the song. I would like Jukjae to explore more genres on his next LP so his music will stay fresh. He doesn't release very often and when he does, it's a single. Probably because his label doesn't have the funds. 

    Jukjae's vocals are similar to the cream on a freshly baked dessert. The soft sweetness makes all come together. Since the production's not too technical, everything revolves around his vocals. Nothing short of effortless could be used to describe his soulful voice perfect for the blended RnB alternative songs he creates. I like him as soon as I heard his first song. 

   2006 pretty much is a daily dose for the fans who wanted more from the singer. Jukjae gave them this in addition to his growth as an artists. He's slowly heading toward a more mainstream sound that I won't be mad at if it's good.