Spotlight: Ronx Releases, “Retrograde”
You’ve heard of them before on our blog and on OnlyBands. But we can’t seem to get enough of them! Today’s spotlight is an artist that truly aims to spread positive messages through their music, while holding space for heavier conversations such as mental health, abusive relationships and more.
Ronx
Ronx is a Latino punk band coming from Bronx, NY. The three-piece consists of Miguel Vasquez (Guitar/Vocals), Joshua Reguillo (Bass/Vocals) and Alexy Perez (Guitar) who aim to let their fans know that they are never alone with what they are going through. Ronx is heavily influenced by Neck Deep, Blink-182, 5 Seconds of Summer and aim to use energetic instrumentation, memorable melodies and honest lyrics to craft their work. The band’s discography dates back to 2017 with I’ll Just Let Go EP and since, have released 10 singles, an EP and their debut album, Division St..Their most notable year was 2021 when they released a majority of their discography including February, Forever, Another Year & I’m Still Here, Mary Jane, Drug In Me, RETROGRADE, and Please Come Home. Therefore, it is clear that the pandemic was nothing but helpful for the band as it allowed Ronx to create and release an impressive amount of tracks. The punk turned pop-rock band has truly infected their sound with contagious energy and melodies.
“Retrograde”
The EP features three tracks which starts off with their most recent prior release and title track, Retrograde which talks about abusive behaviors and how that can truly impact relationships around you. The fast-paced, yet catchy instrumentation provides electric energy to the infectious lyrics that Joshua and Miguel sing together. The second track Tisycso follows suit with the upbeat and electric energy, yet takes a twist with the vocals that sound similar to if Neck Deep and State Champs were to write a song together. The strong harmonies in Tisycso share heavy conversations about mental health and heartbreak. Tisycso creates memorable instrumentations which adds a level of remembrance to the intense and catchy vocals. This song in particular fits directly into Ronx’s discography by taking elements from their prior releases and twisting them into an impressive christmas-turned-year-round track. Everything I’ve Ever Wanted takes a unique twist on the EP, by changing the conversation from heavier and harder conversations to a more uplifting and positive message. Thus, ending the EP on a positive and lighthearted note. This song in particular is a pop-rock lover’s anthem. The guitars are vastly different compared to the prior two tracks in Everything I’ve Ever Wanted by providing a reminiscent and candy-like instrumentation, yet build up to a nostalgic-like feel with the vocals. Ronx takes elements from various famous hits and turns it into a heartfelt song with Everything I’ve Ever Wanted.
Overall
It is now clear that Ronx has expanded their discography in a heartfelt and memorable way by providing conversations to both the harder and lighter topics that we all go through at some point. Ronx has brought back the nostalgia, while providing a fresh perspective on what it means to go through mental health and unhealthy relationships. Ronx continues to gain traction and it is clear that the band is not going anywhere, as even during a pandemic, the band will continue to thrive.
Written by: Blake Matthews (he/him)
