Album lore

MINISERIES 2, issued by STANDARD FRIENDS in July 2024, pairs vocalist and songwriter SUMIN with producer Slom across nine tracks rooted in neo-soul and contemporary R&B. The album’s textures lean into the warmth and groove of j-R&B, underscored by subtle k-rap inflections that reflect the Korean scene’s evolving palette. The collaboration yields a compact yet richly detailed record, with "WHY, WHY, WHY" exemplifying its blend of smooth vocal phrasing and laid-back beats. With over a million scrobbles on Last.fm, MINISERIES 2 has found resonance beyond its immediate context, marking a noteworthy chapter in this duo’s ongoing output.

Album lore

MINISERIES 2, issued by STANDARD FRIENDS in July 2024, pairs vocalist and songwriter SUMIN with producer Slom across nine tracks rooted in neo-soul and contemporary R&B. The album’s textures lean into the warmth and groove of j-R&B, underscored by subtle k-rap inflections that reflect the Korean scene’s evolving palette. The collaboration yields a compact yet richly detailed record, with "WHY, WHY, WHY" exemplifying its blend of smooth vocal phrasing and laid-back beats. With over a million scrobbles on Last.fm, MINISERIES 2 has found resonance beyond its immediate context, marking a noteworthy chapter in this duo’s ongoing output.