"Parallel Hearts" by Fi-Né 粉內 Makes You See Stars

From hip-hop, R&B, to electronic pop, this EP is here to provide music enthusiasts six whole songs showcasing a fusion of those genres and beyond. Fi-Né 粉內 partnered up with 呂薔 Amuyi to show the world what they’re made of – and people who have listened to this record can attest to their greatness.

Right off the bat, it feels as though every component just fades in, making themselves known bit by bit, one by one. The beat in “Cast a Spell” is versatile, giving off the impression that it could match any vibe the vocals and everything else in the song wishes to encompass – and it delivers. Speaking of which, the transition from mellow suppleness to textbook rap is seamless.

There’s never room for dull air, for each second is filled with hyped up buzz and every instrument meshed together, creating one coherent sound. “Infection” takes on a slightly faster beat, with the vocal and instrumental harmonies going against each other playfully. It gives you the notion that everything is truly set up for greatness. The lines “Ready to be me / Ready to be free / Hope that you see the pain you caused me” is as real and relatable as it gets, and it’s guaranteed to win people over.

“Feeling” is significantly toned down compared to the first two tracks. It’s a showcase of how much these artists are capable of switching things up (or in this case, down) in creating music that hits just the same even in a different light, tone, or key. The mood is both somber and futuristic, offering a sense of being completely lost yet hopeful despite the repetition of “eyes wide open”.

Up next, “Glued To (Remix)” definitely takes all the resources on hand, using them the best they could and to their full potential. The vocals almost blend in with everything in the background, and the beat is something worth making a sophisticated choreography to because of its flow. By the neat end, there’s so much going on yet it’s not overbearing at all; you could still jam to the tune itself despite it all.

The riff in the background of “Lost Time” acts as the backbone of the entire song, and the melodies are heavenly – especially the vocals that listeners have grown accustomed to primarily taking on rap segments – they change up a bit by upping the range and style, which is just borderline addicting.

“Zoology” is progressive, in a sense. It makes it clear that every song in this EP is unique despite the interconnectedness between vibes and genre. The electro-pop-esque feel in the chorus with the futuristic gizmos and techy effects are great additions, and what’s unexpected is mixing that sound profile with brass, which surprisingly works.

Overall, is “Parallel Hearts” worth listening to? Yes. Is it worth repeating? Absolutely. You only get to see a mix of beloved genres every once in a while, and 粉內 Fi-Né’s work is a soundscape that you do not want to miss.