The group RIIZE shared their thoughts on their first solo concert.

From the 4th to the 6th, RIIZE held their first solo concert tour, 'RIIZING LOUD', at the KSPO Dome in Olympic Park, Songpa-gu, Seoul, attracting over 31,000 audience members over three days. Notably, the Seoul concert achieved complete sell-out, including additional seats opened only for fan club pre-sales, allowing for a clear assessment of RIIZE's popularity.

On this day, the members held their first solo concert after two years since their debut in September 2023. Shotaro first asked, "Thank you for coming to RIIZE's first solo concert 'RIIZING LOUD'. How was it since we started running from the first song?" and then offered a group greeting.

First, Seongchan said, "Wow. It's already the last day of the final Seoul concert. You all have been waiting for the concert, right? The anticipation and the heart of those who came to see us. We will give it our all on stage, so you know to enjoy it. Let's make a joyful time together today!" signaling an enthusiastic performance.

Next, Shotaro said, "It's already the third day of the Seoul performances; how are you all? I feel a bit nervous because it feels like the last day. I was excited to hear so many cheers from the opening. Now that we've started, we will run until the end, so you can shout loudly, right? Let's go strong until the end!" encouraging the fans.

Eunseok also asked, "Are there anyone who came the day before yesterday? Those who came yesterday? It seems many of you came. The cheers and group singing were so great the day before yesterday and yesterday. I think we can do even better today, right?" He added, "Since today is the last day, let's have a fun time together. If there are anyone in the standing area, please let the security staff know so they can bring you water, so please keep that in mind while enjoying yourselves." checking on the health of the fans.

Next, Wonbin said, "Wow, I'm really nervous because today is the last performance. I was so anxious in the back. I want to do well. However, the more I try to do well, the more tension builds up in my body. Today I will focus and do my best with style. Since today is the last day, I will be even sexier, cuter, and cooler. So, please look forward to it. Got it? Let's go!".

Main vocalist Sohee said, "Everyone, it's the last day. What should we do then? We must pour out all our strength, both the little and the much. RIIZE will perform until we can barely stand, so please enjoy it. That will be enough. I promise to show you a perfect stage, a stage without regrets until the end!" expressing anticipation for the performance with the fans.

Lastly, Anton, wiping away sweat, said, "I feel like I'm going to burst with sweat. As the other members mentioned, today is the last day. Since we have done two performances, I think we have grasped the rhythm a bit." He added, "Honestly, I was the most nervous today since it’s the last day, but we will try our best, pouring out all our strength, so please enjoy until the end."

Meanwhile, after the Seoul performance, RIIZE will continue the tour, visiting 14 locations worldwide including Hyogo, Hong Kong, Saitama, Hiroshima, Kuala Lumpur, Fukuoka, Taipei, Tokyo, Bangkok, Jakarta, Manila, Singapore, and Macao.

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