The Los Angeles City Council approved a resolution congratulating K-pop boy band RIIZE for their achievements and contributions to the Korean culture and the city.
RIIZE attended the session of the LA City Council on May 21 where the resolution was presented to them.
The resolution titled “RIIZE” stated that “the bands debut performance was at KCON 2023 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.”
RIIZE at the Los Angeles City Council session hall (Photos from SM Entertainment)
The resolution for RIIZE adopted by the Los Angeles City Council (Photo from LA City Council website)
“RIIZE filmed the music video for its debut song, "Get A Guitar" at various locations in Los Angeles, including the iconic Sixth Street Bridge and the Los Angeles Theatre,” it added.
It stated, “Their highly anticipated debut single album, ‘Get a Guitar’ was released on September 4, 2024; it went on to sell over a million copies within the first week of its release. The group has gained the title of a K-pop rising sensation through their record-breaking success.”
“The Los Angeles City Council does hereby congratulate RIIZE for their accomplishments and contributions to Korean culture and the rich fabric of the City of Los Angeles,” according to the resolution.
In response, RIIZE member Anton said, “We're so humbled and honored to be present at city hall this morning with esteemed council members of LA.”
“Thank you for this meaningful recognition given to us and inviting us to share in this celebration. Los Angeles holds a very special place in our hearts,” he said.
Here is a copy of the LA City Council resolution:
RESOLUTION
"RIIZE"
WHEREAS, K-pop, short for Korean popular music, is a global music genre originating from South Korea that has become a significant part of South Korean culture; and
WHEREAS, the genre draws heavy influences from various music genres such as pop, hip hop, R&B, rock, jazz, gospel, reggae, electronic dance, folk, country, disco, and classical music; and
WHEREAS, RIIZE is a South Korean boy band formed by SM Entertainment. It consists of six members: Shotaro, Eunseok, Seongchan, Wonbin, Sohui, and Anton; and
WHEREAS, the group name RIIZE was created by combining the words "Rise" and "Realize" to create the meaning of a team that grows together and realizes dreams; and
WHEREAS, the bands debut performance was at KCON 2023 at the Los Angeles Convention Center; and
WHEREAS, RIIZE filmed the music video for its debut song, "Get A Guitar" at various locations in Los Angeles, including the iconic Sixth Street Bridge and the Los Angeles Theatre; and
WHEREAS, their highly anticipated debut single album, "Get a Guitar" was released on September 4, 2024; it went on to sell over a million copies within the first week of its release. The group has gained the title of a K-pop rising sensation through their record-breaking success; and
WHEREAS, RIIZE was nominated as part of the "25 Artists To Watch in 2024" on Grammy.com; and
WHEREAS, RIIZE is embarking on their first world tour called "RIIZING Day." The tour consists of nine stops in various cities, including Los Angeles, from May to September; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that by the adoption of this resolution, the Los Angeles City Council does hereby congratulate RIIZE for their accomplishments and contributions to Korean culture and the rich fabric of the City of Los Angeles.
PRESENTED BY
JOHN S. LEE
Councilmember, 12th District