• Record Label: Bighit
  • Release Date: Mar 24, 2023
Metascore
84

Universal acclaim - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
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  1. Apr 12, 2023
    83
    Its six tracks wrap all too quickly, and while it was specified that Jimin doesn’t consider this a full-length project, it does leave the listener craving more music in this vein somewhere down the road — it’s worth repeating that the energy of “Face-off” is one that he should consider chasing most of all.
  2. Apr 13, 2023
    80
    While it’s a short EP, it doesn’t disappoint. If anything, he presents himself as a soloist with an unexpected sound for his high-pitched countertenor voice and very far from those earlier ballads we have heard from him.
  3. Apr 12, 2023
    80
    Balancing both his vulnerable and fiercely intense sides, he manages to reveal more of himself in 20 minutes than he has to date.
  4. 80
    ‘FACE’ might not be flawless but even in its missteps it reflects the turbulence of modern life – and especially of the last few years. If Jimin’s mission on this record was to stretch himself creatively and distil that dissonance in these songs, it’s one he’s accomplished.
  5. Apr 12, 2023
    80
    While FACE does at times dwell on the existential what-ifs that plague twentysomething men who have the world’s gaze turned squarely toward them, for the most part it’s a compelling showcase of the silky-voiced singer-dancer’s pop strengths.
User Score
9.6

Universal acclaim- based on 1141 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Apr 13, 2023
    10
    Face is an incredible start to Jimin's journey as a solo artist and a very bold release for a first solo EP. Face is a very personal piece ofFace is an incredible start to Jimin's journey as a solo artist and a very bold release for a first solo EP. Face is a very personal piece of work and one thats told cohesively, there's a clear story here and its told beautifully. From the triumphant and anthemic set me free pt 2 to the flowy synths in like crazy, this EP showcased what Jimin can do and gives us a taste of what we might see in the future. The album's only downfall? It's too short, leaves us listeners wanting more. Cannot wait to see whats in the future for Jimin as a soloist. Full Review »
  2. Apr 13, 2023
    9
    It's a pleasure when I find an album that tells a complete story. This EP was crafted with care, exploring the feeling of the artists duringIt's a pleasure when I find an album that tells a complete story. This EP was crafted with care, exploring the feeling of the artists during a low point. I particularly liked Face-Off, the first track of the album. The one complain I had was the short length. I was left wanting more. Full Review »
  3. Apr 13, 2023
    10
    an album that manages to bring so many feelings in just 20 minutes. beautiful, exciting and timeless. Face changed lives, including mine