Within LADYBABY, Kuromiya represented the cool, stoic, and slightly rebellious counterpart to Kaneko’s bright energy. The massive success of the group exposed Kuromiya to a Western audience completely unfamiliar with her junior idol roots. To global fans, she was simply a talented, stylish young rock vocalist. However, the grueling schedule and the pop-centric nature of the project clashed with her authentic musical desires. In late 2017, Kuromiya officially left the group, citing throat issues and a desire to focus strictly on her rock roots. Transition to Alternative Icon
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The surrounding the junior idol industry in Japan Within LADYBABY, Kuromiya represented the cool, stoic, and