RIIZE is making waves on the global stage with their first full-length album Odyssey. Just one week after its release on May 19, the album has sold nearly 1.8 million copies—making them triple million-sellers and garnering critical acclaim from international media.

🌍 Chart domination from Korea to Japan to China
Odyssey topped multiple charts including:

• 3 crowns on Korea's Circle Weekly Charts
• #1 on Hanteo and Hottracks Weekly Album Charts
• #1 on Billboard Japan Download Albums Chart
• #1 on Line Music Daily Album Top 100
• #1 on China's QQ Music Digital Album Sales Chart

📰 U.K.'s CLASH praises the depth of RIIZE's artistry

British music magazine CLASH featured RIIZE with the headline "A Monumental Moment for K-pop Icons," praising the album for "beautifully portraying youth as a mix of angst, freedom, growth, and reflection." The review highlighted how RIIZE's authenticity shines through their storytelling, resonating deeply with the younger generation.

🎭 'Fly Up' feels like Broadway on stage

CLASH described the title track Fly Up as "a track that feels straight out of a Broadway musical," citing its playful guitar grooves, smooth chorus, stunning acrobatic choreography, and detailed formations as part of a complete ensemble dance performance.

🇺🇸 Global spotlight from MTV, NPR, and more

U.S. music outlets like MTV, NPR, Entertainment Tonight, and Sweety High spotlighted RIIZE's comeback, while global platforms including the Official U.K. Charts and top streaming/podcast services listed Odyssey as a "must-listen new release."

📸 Making history in the U.K.

RIIZE became the first K-pop boy group to grace the cover of U.K. music magazine DAZED (June issue). They also featured prominently in MTV UK and NME's social content, offering their own take on what Odyssey means to them.

📺 Next stop: Music Bank performance

Catch RIIZE on KBS2's Music Bank today, where they'll perform their title track Fly Up along with the fan-favorite b-side Ember to Solar.

[Photo Credit: SM Entertainment]