RIIZE successfully opened their first solo concert tour in front of 31,000 spectators.
RIIZE held the '2025 RIIZE CONCERT TOUR [RIIZING LOUD] IN SEOUL' from July 4 to 6 at the Olympic Park KSPO DOME, attracting more than 31,000 spectators over three days and connecting with fans worldwide in various ways through a live viewing in cinemas on the first day and an online live broadcast on the last day, including fans from the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, China, Thailand, and Indonesia.
In particular, this performance encapsulated RIIZE's aspirations and cries as they embark on a new journey aimed at growth, where the production design effectively portrayed the unfolding moments of RIIZE's 'Odyssey.' The stage featured two triangular LED structures, each measuring 21m in height and 11m in width, alongside a kinetic staircase positioned in mid-air and a large moving lift resembling the deck of a ship, creating the appearance of a massive vessel carrying RIIZE.
RIIZE opened the show with a powerful stage set to 'Ingle' and instantly elevated the atmosphere, showcasing their title track 'Fly Up,' which evokes a youth musical vibe, along with standout sing-along parts in 'Show Me Love,' 'Midnight Mirage,' where they sang perched on airborne stairs, the buzz-worthy performance of 'Bag Bad Back,' and 'Another Life,' utilizing a 40m water curtain pouring from a height of 20m, delivering a vibrant showcase of their entire debut album.
Additionally, the stage for 'Get A Guitar' flowed from Won-bin's electric guitar and Anton's bass performance, while 'Honestly' unfolded like a black-and-white movie on a half-mirror set, and the 'Combo' stage, which utilized the gigantic shamak hanging on either side of the sail as a screen, received enthusiastic responses. They also showcased hits from SM's senior artists, such as the remade 'Hug' by Dongbang in a backdrop of a sofa, bed, and bookshelf, and an explosive cover of EXO's 'Monster,' each presented in RIIZE's unique style.
They captivated the audience with a setlist of 24 songs, including mini album tracks like 'Boom Boom Bass,' 'Impossible,' 'Siren,' '9 Days,' debut songs such as 'Love 119,' 'Talk Saxy,' 'Memories,' Japanese originals like 'Lucky,' 'Be My Next,' all reinterpreted in Korean, and encore segments that included sincere fan songs like 'The End of Every Day,' 'One Kiss,' and 'Inside My Love.'
As the concert concluded, RIIZE said, 'It's our first solo concert, and the space feels even more precious since it's just us and the Breeze. I don't think there's anywhere else that can give the same energy as a concert.' They added, 'If there is just one thing determined on our journey without a map, it's that the destination will always be the Breeze. RIIZE's compass is always pointing towards the Breeze. This is just the beginning for RIIZE, so please keep watching us and continue to join us on our whole journey.'
The fans, filling the seats, cheered for RIIZE loudly throughout the three days, engaging in various events like group singing, slogans, and card sections to touch the members' hearts. They also delivered a surprise cheering message, shouting, 'We love you, RIIZE. Thank you, and see you again,' to which RIIZE responded loudly, saying, 'We love you, Breeze. Let's be together forever,' creating a warm atmosphere.
Meanwhile, following the Seoul concert, RIIZE will continue the tour across 14 locations worldwide, including Hyogo, Hong Kong, Saitama, Hiroshima, Kuala Lumpur, Fukuoka, Taipei, Tokyo, Bangkok, Jakarta, Manila, Singapore, and Macau.
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