There was a time when music critics thought idol music was disposable and consumer-oriented music. They didn’t want to review their albums at all. However, times are changing. The quality of idol music is rising and music critics have been more open to their music.

Dazed Korea asked 10 music critics to make a top five of idol CDs. Which CDs do they think are good and most valuable? Find out here!

1. Brown Eyed Girls (2009)

2. 2NE1 1st Mini Album (2009)

3. BoA (2002)

4. Taeyang (2008)

5. SHINee (2009)



Source: Dazed Korea
via forevershiningshinee + Big Bang Philippines
Translation: jujugal