Six K-pop solo tracks for an autumn playlist

A new playlist round-up highlights six solo K-pop tracks suited to the autumn season, spanning pop-rock, electronic pop, hyperpop influences, ballad-like pop and house.

Rosé of BLACKPINK brings lively pop-rock on “new trick”, pairing driving drums and guitar with her distinctive vocals.

TXT’s Yeonjun takes a funk-leaning, slightly edgier route with “Ice Cream”, while IU builds atmosphere on the electronic-tinged “Unknown Planet”.

EVAN blends rapid drums and electric guitar with a heavily synthesised melody on “Ride or Die”, giving the track a modern pop-rock feel.

MAMAMOO’s Hwasa keeps things more restrained with “Good Goodbye”, a song that grows from a simple verse into an easy-to-sing chorus.

Finally, SHINee’s Taemin delivers a light, dreamy house track with “FLOAT”, a relaxed choice for studying, travelling or adding a softer moment to a seasonal playlist.