The group RIIZE's first solo concert is finally just 3 days away, and the members shared their thoughts.

RIIZE will kick off the '2025 RIIZE CONCERT TOUR [RIIZING LOUD]' with performances to be held from July 4-6 at the KSPO DOME in Olympic Park, Songpa District, Seoul.

This concert not only recorded a complete sellout with presale tickets for fan club members but also proved RIIZE's 'ONE TOP' ticket power as all additional limited-view seats were sold out, while the members, deeply engaged in practice, shared their thoughts about the concert.

Below is a Q&A related to RIIZE's first solo concert.

Q. While talking with the members about the concert, what was the most frequently mentioned comment or the most impressive remark?

- Shotaro: Ahead of the concert, while reaffirming our mindsets, I remember we said, 'Let's show our determination this time; let's go with a fierce spirit like at the 2023 MAMA stage.' The most impressive comment was when Eunseok, who usually says 'It's okay,' while preparing for the stage, suddenly remarked, 'Wow, can we really do this...?'

- Eunseok: While practicing for the concert, I've been talking a lot with the members, and since it's our first solo concert, I was impressed by the comment to make a concert that the audience would definitely want to come back to.

- Seongchan: There will be challenging moments during the tour, but we agreed not to shy away from them and to do our best to provide the audience with inspiration and joy.

- Wonbin: During last year's fan concert, there were many comments and games along with the stage, but since this is a concert, we must fill the stage with our performance alone, so we've been discussing the importance of managing our stamina.

- Sohee: Before practice, we gathered to discuss the purpose of this concert and the mindset we should have. Thanks to that, I developed a mindset that even though the stage is the same during the tour, I should feel as nervous as if it were my first time on stage.

- Anton: While it's natural to prepare hard, there are times when doing the same thing every day becomes blurrier. As we practiced every day, there was a moment when the members collectively found it hard to grasp the reality of doing a concert. We had a day when we all talked and refocused. The conclusion was 'Let's give our best.'

Q. In exactly six letters, what spoiler would you give about this concert?

- Shotaro: Our determination is crazy or a comprehensive gift set.

- Eunseok: Odyssey begins.

- Seongchan: Another concert.

- Wonbin: Dopamine fully charged.

- Sohee: The world is bustling. We will make the whole world noisy with this 'RIIZING LOUD' tour.

- Anton: We are RIIZE.

Q. This concert will continue as a world tour; is there anything special you are preparing for or looking forward to in anticipation of the tour?

- Shotaro: Language study? I'm taking English lessons on the side, but… there's not much time, so I'm also studying by listening to English conversations in short-form content. (I hope to use more English this time than last year!) I've also started running to increase my stamina. It's my new hobby.

- Eunseok: Since stamina is important, I am exercising to build it up.

- Seongchan: I’m working on building stamina and studying by taking Japanese classes.

- Wonbin: I am greatly building up my stamina and learning many languages from various countries. I have also prepared a lot of delicious food…!

- Sohee: Since the number of songs we need to showcase on stage has increased, I've been paying a lot of attention to my stamina, and I'm gradually studying languages to communicate with multiple BREEZE.

- Anton: I'm looking forward to connecting with BREEZE around the world. Like during last year's fan concert tour, I am excited to travel to various countries and meet many fans and directly experience diverse cultures.

Q. A message for the BREEZE who are looking forward to the concert.

- Shotaro: As you've waited a long time, we will do our best to ensure that BREEZE who come to the concert will not regret it!!! Let's go with RIIZE's determination! (Day 1 of wishing for concert success)

- Eunseok: We are preparing hard so that BREEZE will enjoy it, so please look forward to it!

- Seongchan: BREEZE~ Let's share the new chapter of RIIZE that will unfold at the concert.

- Wonbin: As we have worked hard to prepare, I hope that all our efforts reach BREEZE well, and I'm looking forward to putting on a wonderful performance for all of you. Please look forward to it!!!

- Sohee: There's not much time left, BREEZE! No matter what you expect, we will show you even more than that, so let’s unite as one on RIIZE's stage.

- Anton: BREEZE might be nervous, but so are we~ It's the beginning of our first concert tour filled only with our music! There has been so much preparation and effort, but ultimately it’s all for the BREEZE who come to see the concert and cheer for us, so I hope you enjoy it to the fullest. (And please spread good rumors… haha) Let’s keep rising, BREEZE!

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