The debut EP from K-pop outfit CORTIS, 2025s COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES showcases their brightly hued, hip-hop- and R&B-infused sound. Building upon a similar stylistic template as labelmates BTS and TOMORROW X TOGETHER, CORTIS members Martin, James, Juhoon, Seonghyeon, and Keonho conjure a high-energy sound, diving into the swirling, clubby opener "GO!," the moody, electro-trap-infused "FaSHioN," and the swoony ballad "Lullaby." Centered on the EP is the soaring single "What You Want," a 90s-style alt-rock anthem where the boys are framed by twangy psych-guitars and a rousing hip-hop groove. Theres even a second version of the song included, featuring a guest spot from rapper Teezo Touchdown. With COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES, CORTIS have offered a worthy introduction and taste of what might be ahead. ~ Matt Collar
Rovi