BOL4 – Red Diary Page.1

Review

BOL4's "Red Diary Page.1" is a sun-dappled stroll through memories, flitting between the dizzy highs and earnest tumbling lows of youth. They lace together breezy indie pop and acoustic riffs that feel as honest as old journal entries—especially on tracks like "Some (썸 탈꺼야)", with its bubbly, fluttering depiction of that almost-lovers sweet spot. The poetic hush in "Blue" wraps you in the sort of vulnerability we don’t admit aloud, while "Fix me (고쳐주세요)" and "To My Youth (나의 사춘기에게)" feel like late-night confessions to your truest self.

What really gives "Red Diary Page.1" that BOL4 flavor is the sincerity in every lyric, paired with melodies that feel hand-stitched from real moments. As a bonus, the Chic version of "Some," tucked away on the CD, offers a playful spin that rewards those who still love owning an actual album—photo cards, booklet, the works. This mini-album manages to bottle up nostalgia and youthful introspection, all in roughly 16 minutes. For those hunting for something bright-eyed and heartfelt in the crowded indie pop world, this is one diary worth leafing through. - Zara