The next album to be reviewed on the blog is TXT’s 3rd studio album, The Name Chapter: Freefall, which dropped on 13 October 2023. Featured on the album is the title track Chasing That Feeling, the TXT version of Back For More and TXT’s Summer collaboration with the Jonas Brothers, Do it Like That (all links to their respective reviews can be found below within the album review). Those three tracks are alongside 6 additional new tracks. As a whole, The Name Chapter: Freefall is another strong album from the group. There are some really good and strong songs on the album, so definitely check out this album. It might be one TXT’s most sold albums to date, but I think it deserves a bit more attention than what I think it got (which wasn’t much).

1. Growing Pain – The album kicks off strong with a rock track. Growing Pain is a metal-based hard rock track that has an energetic and intense vibe. The guitar work is definitely amazing, particularly during the bridge. The members do a decent job with their vocals in Growing Pain. They do suit the style, but I am describing their vocals as decent as I felt some parts were underbaked. The chorus also felt repetitive. I wished there were ad-libs or something to really give (at the very least) the final chorus that ‘last hurrah’ vibe. It could have really helped close Growing Pain out strong. (8/10)

2. Chasing That Feeling (Title Track) – Click here for the full review for Chasing That Feeling. (7/10)

3. Back For More (TXT Version) – I have previously reviewed Back For More (featuring Anitta). Most of my thoughts will carry over to the TXT version. Click here for the review of Back For More. (9/10)

4. Dreamer – TXT takes it down a notched with Dreamer, a paced R&B track. Everything in this track felt very standard R&B. But it is done so well that I find myself drifting away with everything in it. I did like the vocals in this track, with the members going with a higher and/or airer tone. In its own way and in the context of Dreamer, the vocals did feel rather bold. (7/10)

5. Deep Down (머리에 솟아난 뿔은 나의 왕관이었다) – Out of all the side tracks on this album. Deep Down is my favourite. It starts off quite atmospheric and maintains that aesthetic throughout the track. The chorus brings in a Jersey Club beat, but keeps it lowkey to match up with the atmospheric aesthetic I just spoke about. The members also match their tone and delivery to be at a similar level to create a cohesive and riveting club track. (10/10)

6. Happily Ever After – Happily Ever After is probably the most recognisable side track, given how much TXT and HYBE pushed it on their social media. It is undoubtedly a fun single, with the chorus and its lead-in being the most memorable aspect of the song (which you can thank TXT’s social media for). Happily Ever After also features a Jersey Club beat, but uses it in a way that feels bright and vibrant. Their vocals are also super sweet sounding and I liked how they maintained it at a light level. (8/10)

7. Skipping Stones (물수제비) – When I first heard the song, Skipping Stones took me back to DAY6 vibes. It might be the indie-rock approach that is taken in Skipping Stones, which in itself is an amazing backing piece. Even some of TXT’s vocals remind me of DAY6 (though the more you listen to the song, you find TXT’s colours coming through). I also like how it is super easy to listen to and enjoy, making it feel like a song you can easily put on repeat and listen to time and time again. (9/10)

8. Blue Spring – Blue Spring is another indie rock track. This time around, no one other than TXT comes to mind when I listen to this song. And it makes sense, given that this is a fan song for their fans (MOAs). I am loving the raspy vocals and the oomph the instrumentation carries. You can feel the heartfelt emotions behind their vocals, which I am 100% sure makes for greater emotional impact for both TXT and fans alike. (9/10)

9. Do It Like That (with Jonas Brothers) – Click here for the review for Do It Like That. (9/10)

Overall Album Rating – 8.4/10