RIIZE sets its sights on the global market, announcing debut in the US.

On the 5th, SM Entertainment announced, "RIIZE has signed a contract with RCA Records, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment," and stated, "They have decided to release their first single album locally."

RCA Records is one of Sony Music Entertainment's flagship labels, showcasing a variety of music genres such as pop, jazz, country, blues, hip-hop, and electronic.

World-renowned artists are affiliated with RCA Records, including pop stars like Dua Lipa, Justin Timberlake, Khalid, Pink, Foo Fighters, SZA, and more.

The agency expressed, "This contract signifies RIIZE's another step in global endeavors," and they stated, "This proves that RIIZE is recognized as a next generation global K-pop leader."

SM Entertainment and Kakao Entertainment officially launched a North American unified corporation on the 1st of last month. Both companies plan to support the global activities of their artists, including overseas album releases, performances, broadcasts, and more.

Jang Yoon-jung, CEO of the North American unified corporation and SM's CBO, said, "RIIZE is ushering in a new era of K-pop," and added, "We are honored to cooperate with RCA Records."

Peter Edge, President of RCA Records, also welcomed RIIZE by saying, "RIIZE is a very versatile artist, and we sincerely welcome them into the RCA family."

Meanwhile, RIIZE released their first single album, 'Get A Guitar,' on the 4th of last month and is on the verge of becoming a million-seller with pre-orders exceeding 1.03 million copies.

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<Translated by=Gawon Park(Dispatch)>