K-Pop Risers & Fallers: October 2024

Rather than contain my “Risers and Fallers” feature to a single post in June, I’m going to share a bite-sized version at the end of each month. This will let me account for more songs and make a nice lead-in to the monthly round-up post.

I anticipate most of these ratings adjustments will be negligible: a 0.5 shift here, a 0.25 shift there. But, it’s a fun way to keep track of how my feelings on songs have changed over time – as well as which tracks currently have momentum on my playlist.

And remember, just because a song is marked as a “faller” doesn’t mean I hate it! Falling from a “9” to an “8.75” is no shame. 9+ rated songs occupy a totally different playlist in my music library, so I’m pretty particular about what qualifies. It’s a high bar.

This month’s feature covers the period from September 24th to October 21st.

AB6IX – NVKED
Rating: 8 → 8.5

BEWAVE – Hard To Get To You
Rating: 8 → 8.25

Dragon Pony – Pop Up
Rating: 8.5 → 8.75

ITZY – Gold
Rating: 6.75 → 7.5 *Biggest Riser*

Rosé (BLACKPINK) x Bruno Mars – APT.
Rating: 8.25 → 8.5

aespa – Whiplash
Rating: 8.5 → 8.25

Jay Park – Gimme A Minute (ft. Chungha) *Biggest Faller*
Rating: 8.5 → 8

NCT Wish – Steady
Rating: 7.75 → 7.5

Vanner – Automatic
Rating: 8.75 → 8.5