R.Y.C.
by Mura Masa
User Score
6.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 23 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 23
  3. Negative: 4 out of 23
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  1. Menios
    Jan 18, 2020
    5
    Another example of an album and an artist that had great potential to be great, given that two or three songs ("I Don't Think I Can Do This Again", "Live Like We're Dancing" and "Teenage Heartache Dreams") are really great and they do convey the messages Mura Masa wanted to convey by this whole album. However, comparing R.Y.C. to his debut LP it really lacks innovation and sincerity.
  2. sshpv
    Jan 22, 2020
    8
    In a rather unpredictable turn of events Mura Masa pivots his sound 180 degrees becoming a sort of hippie of gen Z. I expect a lot of negative reactions to this record only because people expected something of an electronic beats/hip-hop mixture. Instead we have a sincere and much needed voice of an artist true to himself. If you didn't get, give it another spin.
  3. Lajaleaa
    Feb 17, 2020
    7
    ( 72/100 )
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    Mura Masa produce su 4to album en el que colabora con Clairo, slowthai y Georgia, entre otros, en la que explora su lado Rock, algo LoFi y Pop Alternative que realmente no promete quedarse por mucho tiempo en los oidos o mente de quien lo escuche, pero la primera impresión será una grata sorpresa para no los tan exigentes que les agrade la música fácil de escuchar sin dejar    ( 72/100 )
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    Mura Masa produce su 4to album en el que colabora con Clairo, slowthai y Georgia, entre otros, en la que explora su lado Rock, algo LoFi y Pop Alternative que realmente no promete quedarse por mucho tiempo en los oidos o mente de quien lo escuche, pero la primera impresión será una grata sorpresa para no los tan exigentes que les agrade la música fácil de escuchar sin dejar de ser creativa o autentica.
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    Mura Masa produces his 4th album in which collaborates with Clairo, slowthai, Georgia and some other. In R.Y.C. he explores his Rock, kind of LoFi and Alternative-Pop side that doesn't really promise to stay for a long time in the ears or mind in the listeners, but the first impression will be a pleasant surprise for those who are not too demanding and likes easy listening music without stop being creative or authentic.    … Expand
  4. N0RMiE
    Mar 1, 2020
    9
    Score: 89. (I round up)
    "R.Y.C" is Mura Masa's first attempt at a truly focused album, covering the pervasiveness of instant gratification in the digital age and the emptiness of nostalgia. While these statements are not quite as subtle to his debut LP "Soundtrack to a Death," Crossan's upfront discussion of issues faced by Gen Z and Millenials is perfectly suited to that same audience-    Score: 89. (I round up)
    "R.Y.C" is Mura Masa's first attempt at a truly focused album, covering the pervasiveness of instant gratification in the digital age and the emptiness of nostalgia. While these statements are not quite as subtle to his debut LP "Soundtrack to a Death," Crossan's upfront discussion of issues faced by Gen Z and Millenials is perfectly suited to that same audience- younger people who expect results quickly because of the blistering speed of content delivery through the Internet- it gets to the point and I never felt like he overstays his welcome or gets caught up in one idea. After listening to this album at least 10 times, this album (like most albums) loses its charm in the interludes especially (looking at you, "a meeting at an oak tree"). However, the album is still incredibly enjoyable, and even if you listen to music more casually and enjoy singles more than anything else, this album has some great ones, especially "Deal Wiv It," "No Hope Generation," and "I Don't Think I Can Do This Again." This is by far the most accessible Mura Masa album, given it's more mainstream influences, and I think his focus on the subject lets his messages flourish along with his excellent producing skills. If you have an extra 45-ish minutes with nothing better to do, give this album a try.    … Expand

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Metascore
65

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. Clash Music
    Jan 22, 2020
    60
    Compared to the previous self-titled record the features here are in sharp contrast, with less of a hip-hop emphasis. That doesn't mean they're not interesting, though.
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  2. Pitchfork
    Jan 22, 2020
    67
    Where R.Y.C. succeeds—and where Crossan reveals a real point of view—is in his ultimate rejection of these initial frameworks in favor of something more fluid, a hybrid space in which these sounds, stylings, and emotional responses work together.
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  3. Variety
    Jan 21, 2020
    89
    Without overstating the point, the innovation that’s happening in today’s rock music is not coming from traditional rock bands — it’s coming from innovative artists that are fusing it with other sounds, ranging from Soundcloud rappers to electronic-inspired outfits like Guerilla Toss to post-metal acts like Deafheaven. In that context, it’s perhaps no surprise that fresh rock sounds are coming from a nominee for 2018’s Best Dance Album Grammy.
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