When Ryugujo’s new EP was launched earlier this month I had a sense Sugar can be given a music video ultimately. And whereas I desire the bombastic rock tracks Egure Mekure and Yohaku, the truth that this tune is now a theme for member Yuki’s new drama makes it the plain contender for further promotion.
Absent the group’s founder and inventive mastermind Avu-chan, it’s been attention-grabbing to see the change of their music. Summer season single OSHIBAI managed to recapture their core spirit with new producers and far of the EP does the identical. Nevertheless, Sugar might be the least Ryugujo-sounding observe they’ve launched but. It has its pricklier moments throughout the rambunctious rap breaks, however the sweeter-sounding refrain is new for the group. It’s attention-grabbing to listen to them carry out on this ethereal model. It’s extra generic than I’m used to, however they pull it off with loads of polish.
I really like how Ryugujo proceed to lean into their various sound. Sugar could also be quite predictable as a pop tune, however it sounds extra like one thing that might come from an indie band than an idol act. And simply once you assume the observe could also be holding again, it pushes ahead with a singular texture or burst of percussion. Even with out their former mentor, Ryugujo’s star energy appears to be in good arms.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 9 |
| Bias | 9 |
| RATING | 8.5 |
Grade: B
