V’s *Layover* EP is soo dreamy and soulful With its jazzy, R&B vibes, it feels more personal and intimate.
RAINY DAYS
Rainy Days reminded me of quiet, reflective moments—like watching raindrops hit the window. The sound of the rain in the intro immediately set the mood. V’s voice in this track is so soft and almost whispery, and the subtle background piano and harmonies make it feel even more intimate. It’s perfect for those moments when you just want to be alone and fantasize about that boyfriend/girlfriend you don’t have.
LOVE ME AGAIN
The track “Love Me Again” had me in my feelings—it’s soft but hits emotionally with his deep, raspy voice. His voice had a warm texture, which made the song more emotional and intimate. The soft harmonies and echoing background vocals made it feel like I was lost in memories of a past love. Like he’s singing directly to me, pulling at emotions i didn’t realize were there. If you guys know an RnB artist called khalid, this song reminded me of him.
SLOW DANCING
Meanwhile, “Slow Dancing” gave me a nostalgic, lazy summer day vibe. It felt like the perfect soundtrack for a lazy afternoon—think warm sunlight and carefree vibes. The jazzy instrumental paired with his relaxed vocal delivery made it feel nostalgic, almost like a classic ’70s slow jam. What I loved here was the simplicity—there’s no overproduction, just V’s voice flowing effortlessly over the music.
FOR US
“For Us” felt like a deeply emotional, reflective ballad that feels like a heartfelt goodbye. The way his vocals glide over soft instrumentals made me feel sad. It somehow felt both heavy and gentle at the same time. His voice conveys vulnerability, especially in the high notes, which make the emotions feel raw and real. The subtle harmonies and gentle piano build up the song’s emotional depth, making it a fitting, bittersweet conclusion to the EP. It’s the kind of track that lingers with you long after it ends.
CONCLUSION
Overall, I loved the vulnerability V showed. The harmonies, soft background vocals, and stripped-down production gave the EP a very genuine, almost live feel. It’s like he’s letting you into his personal world, and that’s something really special.
I love the styling and I love Vs voice. He stayed true to himself.I appreciated that he went more for his artistic side and not chasing commercial success.I thought the album is truly solid. It feels like it's meant to be experienced as a whole, which is super easy to do considering it only has five songs.I played it through once and immediately hit replay. Honestly, it's just a really pleasant listen—his voice and the instrumentals are so soothing and beautiful.
Since the Ep only has 5 songs, there is no need to make a top 5 list but if I had to list them in an order i liked most, I would put Slow dancing at number one and the rest at number two. There is no number three, four or five
I think RM Mono would flow perfectly with Layover, Both albums have a similar introspective and mellow vibe, making them feel like two sides of the same reflective journey. While Layover leans into jazz and R&B, Mono is more atmospheric, with minimal beats and soothing melodies. Songs like “Forever Rain” and “Seoul” from Mono match the calm, reflective mood of tracks like “Rainy Days” and “Love Me Again” on *Layover*. Both albums create a perfect, late-night, introspective soundtrack.
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Kyiv is facing a winter of unprecedented hardship, as Russian missile strikes continue to ravage the city’s infrastructure while plummeting temperatures push residents to the brink. With temperatures dropping as low as -19°C, the capital of Ukraine is struggling to provide basic necessities like heat, electricity, and water to millions of its citizens, highlighting both the human cost of war and the resilience of a population under siege. The ongoing Russian attacks have targeted critical infrastructure, leaving swathes of Kyiv without electricity and water for days at a time. Energy facilities, power grids, and water treatment plants have been repeatedly hit, exacerbating the already severe winter conditions. For residents, the combination of cold weather and a lack of utilities has created a life-threatening situation. 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