Today's song is a reminder that Christmas isn't a happy and joyous event for everyone. Some struggle with grief, while for some Christmas can lead to debt. So remember you don't know everyone's circumstances so think before you say 'Cheer up, it's Christmas'.
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Today's song is EXO's '12월의 기적 (Miracles in December)'.
School OZ Hologram Musical OST is set out in a hardback book style case and comes with the Cd and photo book.
Track List:
One Day One Chance - Original Ver.
One Fine Day
MAMA
소원을 말해봐 (Genie)
Intro - Destination
아틀란티스 소녀 (Atlantis Princess)
Pretty Girl
Evil
Mr. Simple/I Got A Boy
Twinkle
Evil (Reprise)
셜록 (Sherlock (Clue + Note))
One Day One Chance - Original Soundtrack Ver.
One Dream
One Day One Chance (Reprise)
빛 (Hope)
으르렁 (Growl)/주문 (Mirotic)
I remember this musical being advertised and I wish I'd have been able to head off to South Korea to see it live, but I also hoped it took off so that it could head over to the UK, but I'm just glad they released an OST for it.
I love that the OST is mainly other SM artists songs as it was nice to hear them sung at times by the opposite sex.
I absolutely love One Day One Chance - Original Ver. This is one of my favourite songs from this OST, I've been in love with it since it's release. I love the melody and Changmin's vocals are stunning. Also the whole cast harmonising towards the end is perfect. I still think even 9 years later this song still sounds fresh and new.
One Fine Day is a song that showcases each of the cast. It's a song that catches you off guard as it starts out as a ballad and speeds up at the chorus which I love.
As a SONE, I absolutely loved 소원을 말해봐 (Genie). They all fit this song perfectly, it's definitely another of my favourite tracks that I listen to a lot from this OST. I never felt that the male voices shouldn't be there and I loved that they kept the original lyrics even for the guys.
I feel I'll keep repeating myself with a lot of these songs but as SHAWOL, I was already familiar with Intro - Destination. I love the build-up to the track and it still sounds so good sung by the cast.
While I'm not as a familiar with BoA's song's I knew 아틀란티스 소녀 (Atlantis Princess) was one of hers. I feel that this track was perfect for Seulgi. It really allowed her to shine, especially as a rookie idol. At the time Red Velvet had only released digital singles, so I think it was perfect to bring Seulgi into this musical.
I wasn't as familiar with f(x)'s b-sides, but I knew Pretty Girl. I love the change up to the track and I love how Luna and Seulgi compliment each other on this track.
I love the Mr. Simple/I Got A Boy mashup, that also had the appearance of both Leeteuk from Super Junior and Yoona from Girls' Generation. The mashup works so well together.
Originally sung by Girls' Generation sub-unit TTS, I love hearing Twinkle being sung by the opposite sex. It shows that it works well sung in a lower key. This song suits both Key and Changmin perfectly.
I love listening to One Day One Chance - Original Soundtrack Ver. As is includes the original audio from the musical too. I actually can't listen to the Original version without hearing this version along with it.
I think One Day One Chance (Reprise) really establishes how good the melody for this track is. I love that they each seem to get a line to sing before harmonising again. You can tell this was the closer for the main musical.
I think all SM/SM Town fans know 빛 (Hope) as it's a song that's used a lot to end SM Town concerts, where all the artists come on to perform together. I love this song, I personally think it's a song that lives up to it's name.
Concluding the album we have 으르렁 (Growl)/주문 (Mirotic), which at the time of the OST's release were probably 2 of the most iconic songs from SM. I have to say I love how they all harmonise singing these songs. They all fit the songs together perfectly.
I love how it's not a typical soundtrack of just the songs, and includes dialogue from the actual musical. And I have say that credit needs to be given to Jo Eun as even though she wasn't promoted alongside the rest of the cast, she does sing on the OST and she sounds amazing.
It's odd to think that this musical is nearly 10 years old, I think if something was done like this now it would blow up and hit new heights.
What were your thoughts on School Oz Hologram Musical OST?
Do you have a physical copy?
Did you get the chance to go see the show in person?
What were your thoughts on One Day One Chance being the leading single?
Today's song is your yearly reminder that not everyone loves the festive period, for some people it's extremely lonely and sad.
Whether it's showing an act of kindness, a conversation with someone, or even just a smile, it could really make someone who struggles at this time of the year, feel just a little brighter.
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Today's song is EXO's '12월의 기적 (Miracles in December)'.
On the 4th of March 2021, SM Entertainment announced that, Baekhyun would be releasing Bambi and that it would be his final release before starting his military service.
On the 10th of March 2021, the 1dt teaser image was released.
On the 20th of March 2021, the 'Bambi' Mood Sampler was released.
An hour before the albums release, Baekhyun appeared on a live broadcast through the Naver app V Live, where he promoted and discussed the album.
Hours before the albums release, Korean news media reported that pre-orders had surpassed 833,392 copies, making Bambi the most pre-ordered album by a soloist in South Korean history. The record was previously held by Baekhyun's 2nd mini album Delight.
Bambi won Baekhyun 1 music show trophy through Music Bank.
Bambi peaked at No.1 on the Gaon Albums Chart, No.8 on the Oricon Albums Chart, No34 on the UK Digital Albums Chart and No.15 on the Billboard World Albums Chart.
Gaon Sales = 1,007,625+
Oricon Sales = 1,267+
Giving the album a total of 1,008,892+ in total sales so far.
*YouTube views correct at time of writing post*
The M/V for Bambi has so far gained 48,489,348 million views, with the views continuing to increase on a daily basis.
Bambi was released in 4 versions: 2 photo book versions named Bambi & Night Rain, and 2 jewel case versions named Dreamy & Misty.
The photo book versions are set out in a clear slipcase and comes with the Cd, photo book, lyric book, 2 folded posters, sequence film, a random clear card, a random postcard and a random photocard.
The jewel case versions are set out in a normal jewel case can comes with the Cd, booklet, lyrics paper, random AR clip card and a random AR photocard.
Photo books for all versions are different.
Track List:
Love Scene
Bambi
All I Got
놀이공원 (Amusement Park)
Privacy
Cry For Love
I have the Starry Night version and I absolutely love the photo book, I love that the pages change depending on the concept, with the darker pictures being on matt pages and the brighter pictures being on glossy pages, it really makes all the pictures stand out.
The layout of the album isn't something special or different as I have a few albums with either the same or similar layouts, but it doesn't take away from the concept.
The album itself allows us to hear a side to Baekhyun that we've not really heard from his solo albums.
I love the melody for Love Scene, the melody blends stunningly with Baekhyun's voice. I think this is a stunning song to start the album with and really sets the tone for the rest of the album
If I have to pick a favourite title track from Baekhyun, it has to be Bambi, when I first heard this track, if it wasn't for Baekhyun's distinctive vocals I would have thought it was a new song from Kai, because of how sultry it sounded. His vocals on this track are breath taking and it really showcases how amazing his voice is.
While the melody for All I Got sounds pretty basic and simple, Bakehyun's vocals take it to a whole new level. While not necessarily my favourite track in terms of the melody, I could listen to this track all day, just for his vocals alone. This is one of those songs that can takes you on a journey, so sit back, close your eyes and enjoy the ride.
As soon as 놀이공원 (Amusement Park) starts, I always feel my body take over and end up with my eyes closed, swaying with the music allowing the melody and vocals to wash over me. it gives me vibes of a lullaby, it's so soothing.
I can't help but feel that Privacy is the perfect Sunday morning track, the melody is so relaxing and is perfect to chill out to in the morning. The lyrics are perfect too, I think we can all relate that we all want that something that we can keep private that allows us to stray away from what people know of you.
I absolutely adore the melody for Cry For Love, I feel that this track screams Baekhyun and I think it's definitely one of my favourite tracks on this album. This track takes me back in time and makes me feel like I'm discovering Baekhyun and EXO all over again. I don't think I'll ever be left feeling underwhelmed from Baekhyun's voice, it's definitely one of my favourite voices in the K-pop world.
The best way I can describe this album is that it's easy-listening, whenever you're wanting to sit back, relax and enjoy music, this is the album for it. His voice is really one for the senses, and he never fails to blow me away with how strong and beautiful his voice is and I still find it hard to believe that I've heard it live in person.
It's not while recently listening to this album that I've realised how much I'm missing hearing his voice and I can't wait for him to return from his military service.
Were you a fan of Bambi?
Do you have a physical copy?
Which version(s) did you choose?
What were your thoughts on Bambi as the title track?
