I love how Little Mix performs, but I'm underwhelmed with their 3rd era so far. I don't like the throwback vibe they're going for and the music doesn't make me feel empowered like many of the songs on their first two albums.
I'll reserve final judgement until I hear the full album, but it even took me a while to get into Black Magic. I'm usually on board with Little Mix on the first listen.
I think this performance may be even a little better. X Factor Australia. Work that bar.
I wish they could do this routine again on UK but I'd be worried about a backlash. Imagine the XFAUS "Love Me Like You" routine with the Black Magic transition from the XFUK performance.
Their talent is undeniable, they're great vocalists and entertaining performers but their music is so subpar. Someone please give them girls some better writers so they get the smash album they deserve.