XLOV is back with new music in their latest EP, ‘I, God‘. Since their debut, the group has not only steadily grown in popularity, but they have consistently served with every comeback. We absolutely love what these divas are doing, and their music somehow keeps getting better every single era. Let’s dive into it.
I, God
The EP opens with the intro track, ‘法則:THE RULES‘, setting the tone on a jazzy, mysterious, and incredibly sleek note. The atmosphere feels straight out of an underground jazz bar, blending elegance and intrigue in a way that immediately pulls listeners into the world of the album.
‘SERVE‘ follows as the title track, and honestly, this song takes XLOV’s signature sound to an entirely new level. The track is experimental yet incredibly smooth, built around a groovy bassline, touches of vogue-inspired energy, and a progression that feels like a full experience rather than just a song. Glamorous, elegant, and confidently sensual, ‘SERVE’ completely embodies the group’s artistic identity. The music video elevates the release even further with stunning visuals, a captivating concept, and even a cameo appearance from a famous actress that feels like a massive slay for the group.
Wumuti and Rui step forward next with their first sub-unit track, ‘Extancy‘. The duo delivers an explosive hyper-pop banger filled with insane vocal play, addictive falsettos, and a slick EDM-driven arrangement. Even the random Spanish phrases somehow make the track feel even sleeker, while the ad-libs throughout are absolutely incredible.
‘BACK 2 BACK‘ keeps the momentum going with bouncy rhythms and a bass-heavy groove that instantly grabs attention. The song’s transitions and sectioning are especially impressive, smoothly blending harmonies, ad-libs, and edgy production choices into one of the coolest B-sides on the EP.
Next, Hyun and Haru join forces for the second sub-unit track, ‘HIPS‘. The duo absolutely goes off here with charismatic verses, punchy beats, and infectious bounce. Their harmonies add even more energy to the track, while the catchy flow makes this one incredibly easy to replay.
‘Masterpiece‘ takes over with a dreamy EDM-pop fusion that feels tailor-made for summer. The synth-heavy arrangement gives the song a trendy and refreshing atmosphere, while the vocals fully shine through the vibrant production. It is effortlessly vibey, stylish, and honestly a total summer bop.
Closing the EP is the instrumental version of ‘SERVE’, allowing listeners to fully appreciate the incredible production and layered arrangement behind the title track , and yes, it is still totally serving.
With ‘I, God’, XLOV delivers yet another legendary release. The EP showcases the group’s versatility, confidence, and ability to dominate across genres while maintaining their unmistakable identity.
Make sure to experience this release for yourself.
