RIIZE's prologue single 'Memories' will be released on various music platforms on August 21st at 6 PM (KST). The music video will also be released on SM Town's YouTube channel.
'Memories' is a pop song that combines synthesizer and guitar sounds. Besides writing lyrics, Kenzie contributed to the composition and arrangement of the song. Kenzie wrote several well-known songs, including "Into the New World" (Girls' Generation) and "You're So Pretty" (SHINee).
The song "Memories" marks the beginning of RIIZE. It tells a story about the innocence and passion of youth. The lyrics contain memories of the members and the journey towards their debut.
Music video concept is about boys' growth. It was filmed in Los Angeles, Thousand Oaks, and Perris. The nature plays a role in revealing RIIZE's freedom.
RIIZE has already performed on stage. On August 20, it was unveiled for the first time on the showcase stage of 'KCON LA 2023'. The group also performed 'Siren'.
The name RIIZE combines 'rise' and 'realize' as a team that grows and realizes their dreams together. The team consists of Wonbin, Sohee, Shotaro, Sungchan, Seunghan, and Eunseok.
On September 4, RIIZE will be making their debut with their first single album titled 'Get A Guitar'. It consists of a total of two songs, including the title song 'Get a Guitar' and 'Memories'.
<Translated by=Jiwon Kim(Dispatch)>