RIIZE achieved five wins with their new song "Fly Up."
In the June 1 broadcast of SBS "Inkigayo," RIIZE took first place in the first week of June, surpassing WOODZ's "Drowning" and i-dle's "Good Thing."
Wonbin noted, "I am so thankful, and many staff and crew worked hard to prepare our regular album, so it's great to see it yield good results," adding, "Above all, I feel that Breeze is receiving a lot of love this time, so we will reciprocate that and work harder in the future. Thank you, Breeze."
Eunseok said, "Today is our last broadcast, and although it must be tough, I am very thankful to the Breeze who came to cheer us on until the end. I also want to say to the members who worked hard until the end, you did a great job. Our journey with RIIZE will continue, so please keep watching us. Thank you," while Shotaro added, "I really appreciate the staff of 'Inkigayo.'"
On that day, SMORZ's "I Want You To" stage opened the lineup for debut showcases. The debut title track "I Want You To" depicts a moment where one becomes entranced by another's dancing and entrusts themselves to the rhythm. SMORZ delivered a refreshing energy like a youth film through dynamic choreography, conveying the freedom, challenges, and passion of youth.
KIIRAS's debut stage followed. Their debut song "KILL MA BO$$" refers to the numerous rules and standards existing in the world before they came out, calling them "BOSS" and embodying the aspirations of newcomers who wish to break these standards and establish new definitions and criteria. The song also implies overcoming one's own weaknesses to become the true self. Through "KILL MA BO$$," KIIRAS showcased their strong will to build a solid self while also incorporating a cute love story, presenting various charms.
Hwangu of ONEUS made his solo debut with "RADAR." "RADAR" features a meticulously crafted urban R&B sound, complemented by Hwangu's previously unheard deadly vocal tone. The lyrics unfold the allure of pulling towards each other in the depths of darkness. Making his solo debut for the first time, Hwangu delivered a sexy melody and powerful performance, showcasing a distinct presence apart from the group.
Dreamcatcher's first unit UAU made a fresh start with "2 Months." Named after Jiyu, Sua, and Yuhyun, UAU embodies the meaning of being oneself and hopes to confront a comfortable and free self while spending time that allows one to be genuine. UAU's debut song "2 Months" expresses a desire for the one yearning for love to match their pace and raises questions about personal emotions. UAU provides freshness while presenting a diverse charm in the experimental pop genre based on Afrobeat.
Kim Eui-young, known for her "Capsaicin Voice," continued her comeback stage with "Do What You Want." "Do What You Want" is an exciting trot dance song that uncovers love between men and women with an upbeat sound. Kim Eui-young expressed love with her distinctive vocal ability, delivering positive energy.
E'LAST introduced their new song "Crazy Train." "Crazy Train" is a track characterized by funky guitar sounds and dazzling bass sounds. The rapid tempo, exciting rhythm, and vibrant vocal harmony enhance the song's appeal. E'LAST, delivering explosive energy that doesn't stop like a bulldozer, left a strong impression.
KickFlip, back with "FREEZE," presented their comeback stage with the included track "Jeokkija." "Jeokkija" humorously delivers a message to step away from boring and repetitive daily life and move freely as one wishes. The title track "FREEZE" is a dance song based on hybrid pop-punk that modernly combines 90s guitar riffs with glitch hop and hyperpop synths. KickFlip conveyed a message of enjoying the day as if it were a vacation, encouraging everyone to not worry about anything in the hot weather.
Red Velvet's Irene and Seulgi returned with their new unit song "TILT." "TILT" carries the message that we shine brighter as we shake the foundations of conventionality. The title track, a catchy pop dance song, features a dramatic blend of restrained R&B grooves and intense electronic beats. The duo explained, "We carry the message of creating our own balance rather than leaning competitively to one side." Through "TILT," Irene and Seulgi exhibited remarkable synergy, conveying that the more we shake the normative perceptions and static balance, the more we shine.
SEVENTEEN celebrated their 10th anniversary with a dazzling finale featuring "THUNDER." "THUNDER" is an EDM-based dance pop with an addictive chorus. SEVENTEEN, reborn as a distinct presence, showcased their ability to constantly draw new inspiration and expand their world, using thunder and lightning as metaphors. Over the past 10 years, SEVENTEEN completed an electrifying performance with explosive energy and unwavering passion.
Meanwhile, on that day's "Inkigayo," various artists performed, including Kim Eui-young, Kim Jang-hoon, RIIZE, Red Velvet-Irene & Seulgi, MEOVV, SEVENTEEN, Soorin, SMORZ, i-dle, X:IN, E'LAST, UAU, KIIRAS, KickFlip, tripleS, and Hwangu of ONEUS.
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