Kroi Talks New Song ‘SPIN’ & the Creative Journey Intersecting With the Chaos of ‘JoJo’
Talking with the band revealed the relentless spirit of inquiry and creative urge behind "SPIN."
Kroi has released their new song "SPIN," which serves as the opening theme for the anime Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. The track blends Old West aesthetics with Kroi's signature chaotic funkiness, resulting in an original and exhilarating composition. "SPIN" debuted at No. 44 on Billboard's Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, marking Kroi's first entry on a U.S. chart.
The band members discussed the inspiration behind "SPIN" and its connection to the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure series. Uchida, the vocalist, admitted he had not experienced JoJo before but found its world-building to be incredibly captivating. Hasebe, the guitarist, explained that the song aimed to capture the feeling of moving through an unknown wilderness while believing in a distant goal. Chiba, the keyboardist, emphasized the importance of momentum in the song's rhythm.
The band also touched upon the recurring theme of "wilderness" and "sand" in their songs, which led to the decision to create "SPIN" with an Old West-inspired sound. Uchida noted that The Ventures, a band with a strong Western influence, played a significant role in shaping the song's sound, as it resonated with his childhood musical foundations. Hasebe, Seki, and Chiba shared their experiences with Western-inspired music and how it influenced their approach to creating "SPIN."
Overall, "SPIN" represents an exciting new chapter for Kroi, blending elements from their own musical roots with the unique world of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.
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