Ryugujo (translated as “Palace of the Dragon King”) have released their latest MV ‘Urashima’. The track dropped as a digital single on October 23rd, with the MV following behind on November 8th. It comes ahead of their 1st album of the same name, releasing on November 27th.
‘Urashima’ is the group’s 7th music video since their debut, and serves as the 5th digital single release for Ryugujo. The track, written by QUEEN BEE vocalist Avu-chan, features a mix of genres and sounds including pop and rap, acoustic guitar, flute, and more. Avu-chan’s style resonates throughout, as the group’s vocal delivery mirrors their approach. Lasting just over 2 minutes, ‘Urashima’ is short and sweet, and guaranteed to stick in your mind.
Remarkably, the group are already on their way to their first Budokan performance, scheduled for February 22nd 2025. The 7-piece outfit’s journey is being recorded in documentary form and the first episodes are available to watch now on their official YouTube channel. Aiming to conquer Budokan so soon after debut is no small feat, with many artists taking years to make it there. Additionally, they will hold 2 performances at Budokan on the same day; an afternoon and an evening show. Ticket information can be found here.
Ryugujo’s first album ‘Urashima’ is available to pre-order now in 3 editions; standard, and limited types A and B. Type A includes a photobook, and an unannounced bonus. Type B includes 3 Blu-rays featuring live footage from ‘FIRST LIVE TOUR -2 MUCH-‘, ‘WINTER TOUR 2023 -SHORYU-‘, and ‘SPRING TOUR 2024 -DEEP WAVE-‘. The album’s full track list is still yet to be announced, but promises many new tracks written by Avu-chan.
About Ryugujo
Formed in 2023, Ryugujo are a 7-piece alternative dance and vocal group. The NTV “school type” audition program ‘Class 0 -Av-chan’s Classroom-‘ saw 16 hopefuls battle it out in the classroom to win a spot in the group, under the watchful eye of QUEEN BEE vocalist Avu-chan. The group’s first single ‘RONDO’ released on April 17th 2023, with their official debut single ‘Mr.FORTUNE’ releasing on May 10th the same year. With 5 digital singles and 2 EPs under their belts, plus their upcoming first album, and first Budokan performance around the corner, Ryugujo are hurtling toward milestones. ‘Class 0 -Av-chan’s Classroom-‘ is available to watch on YouTube, with full hour long episodes on Hulu. The 7 “bad boys” are ITARU, S, KEIGO, KENT, SAIKI Haruka, TOMITA Yuhki, and Ray.
Ryugujo
Urashima
Release Date: 27/11/2024
Label: Sony Music Japan
Stream: Spotify | Apple Music
CD: Regular | Type A | Type B
