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The K-pop scene is abuzz with excitement as SM Entertainment’s newest boy group, RIIZE, shared teaser images for their debut single album, “Get A Guitar.” These images, released on the group’s official social media, show the members in their practice room, embodying the concept of “Training Days.” The photos radiate a cool, unique vibe, highlighting the members’ fresh visuals.

RIIZE‘s teasers are connected to their album’s theme, which encapsulates the time they invested in preparing for their debut. This theme also hints at the “Real-Time Odyssey (Journey of Growth)” the members will embark on post-debut. Moreover, RIIZE recently held their first live broadcast on Instagram. They interacted with fans from South Korea and elsewhere by sharing insights into their music and performance journey. 

[ENG/INDO SUB] 230808 RIIZE First Instagram Live

This live broadcast was followed by their performance video for the song “Siren,” which has already garnered significant attention.

RIIZE 라이즈 ‘Siren’ Performance Video

However, the group’s journey hasn’t been without its challenges. After their live broadcast, RIIZE faced a wave of discussions and debates regarding photo editing and perceptions of reality. The live broadcast, intended to offer fans a candid glimpse of the members, inadvertently sparked fandom discourse. Some K-netizens felt the members’ visuals during the live broadcast were very different from the polished images they posted before.

Comments ranged from praising the group’s photographic skills to questioning the extent of photo enhancements in earlier releases. While some fans defended the group, emphasizing that all artists’ photos are edited to some extent, others expressed disappointment. This incident underscores the challenges artists face in the digital age, where edited content can influence perception.

RIIZE is making waves

Accusations of too much photo editing aside, RIIZE is making waves on social media. Impressively, they earned one million Instagram followers in just four days, becoming the fastest K-pop group to do so. The septet—Anton, Eunseok, Seunghan, Shotaro, Sohee, Sungchan, and Wonbin—has been generating significant buzz leading up to their debut. To better engage with fans, RIIZE plans to expand their presence on some social media platforms, including Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, Weibo, and YouTube.

RIIZE, a name derived from the English words ‘Rise’ and ‘Realize,’ refers to a team that grows and realizes dreams collectively. They introduce their unique music genre, ‘Emotional Pop,’ which aims to express their myriad emotions through their songs. As the first rookie boy group launched by SM since NCT‘s debut in 2016, RIIZE is poised to make a significant impact in the K-pop industry.

With their debut single album set to release on August 21st, which includes the title track ‘Get A Guitar’ and the prologue single ‘Memories,’ anticipation is high. Pre-orders for the album are ongoing. As RIIZE continues their journey, fans worldwide eagerly await their official debut and the unique musical experience they promise to deliver. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: RIIZE already has an international fanbase, even if they haven’t officially debuted yet. Isn’t that great? Source: Twitter/@RIIZE_official.

Song Mingi, a cherished member of the globally renowned K-pop group ATEEZ, has graced fans with a touching musical gift. At midnight KST on August 10, he unveiled a song that had been shrouded in mystery. This untitled masterpiece was first introduced to ATINY during a YouTube live broadcast he did in June.

[Special Clip] ATEEZ(에이티즈) 민기 ‘무제’

ATEEZ’s dedicated fanbase welcomed the song’s official release with overwhelming admiration and joy. Mingi’s prowess as a songwriter shone through in it. Not only did he co-compose the music, but he also took the lead in writing the lyrics. He poured his heart and soul into every line.

Mingi, the music man

Mingi has been hands-on in ATEEZ’s discography since their career began. He showcased his writing ability on their first mini album, Treasure EP. 1: All to Zero. Mingi co-wrote five of its six tracks, including its two singles, “Pirate King” and “Treasure.” 

Since then, Mingi has contributed to all of the group’s albums. He excels in crafting poignant lyrics that tackle diverse themes, including dreams, friendship, and youth. His unique ability to articulate feelings that are hard to capture solidified his reputation as an emerging powerhouse lyricist of the fourth generation.

[ENG/CC] ATEEZ LIVE – Mingi’s Unreleased Song

In a separate interview, he opened up about how he catalogs his ideas. “I write down a lot of them as memos on my phone, and I always go back to them to see if they match what we’re going through as a group. That’s how I write my lyrics,” he explains. “Sometimes I’ll think of it as writing a script to really get into that persona.”

In addition to his songwriting, Mingi is also a burgeoning producer. He once gave fans a quick peek at his creative process and the studio where he works.

ATEEZ(에이티즈) log_1DAY VLOG #MINGI_1

More than a piece of music

In K-pop, where artists often collaborate with various songwriters and producers, Mingi‘s choice to take a hands-on approach with this song showcases his dedication and passion for music. As the song continues to gain traction, it serves as a reminder of the bond between ATEEZ and their fans. 

Mingi‘s surprise release is more than a piece of music. It’s a heartfelt message from an artist to his fans, expressing gratitude, love, and the myriad emotions that come with being a worldwide star. With its emotional depth and beautiful composition, the song is bound to leave a lasting impression on all who listen. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: Mingi has written songs for ATEEZ since debut. Source: Twitter/@ATEEZofficial.