Wendy

While their previous albums were distinct representations of one half of their dual concept — The Red serving as their bubbly, pop-centric “red” concept and Perfect Velvet embodying their more mature, R&B “velvet” side — Chill Kill blends the two in a long-awaited album that demonstrates Red Velvet’s versatility and sophistication.

Besides the visual brilliance and its performances, “Wendy” largely misses the mark.

“We were looking for kids who were really living their childhoods to the fullest. … I think our band of Lost Boys, in a way, truly felt accurate,” Zeitlin said.