RIIZE honoured with appreciation plaque by LA City Council for promoting the city worldwide

After wrapping up their RIIZING DAY fan-con tour stop at Peacock Theatre the day before, RIIZE was invited to LA City Hall on Tuesday, May 21, to accept the honour.

RIIZE, the boy band that has captivated fans and listeners since their debut, received a prestigious commendation from the LA City Council.

On May 21 PST, RIIZE was honoured by the LA City Council with a plaque of appreciation for promoting Los Angeles globally through their hit debut single, 'Get A Guitar', whose music video was filmed in the city.

RIIZE was invited to the LA City Hall on Tuesday, May 21, to receive the honour after concluding their RIIZING DAY fan-con tour stop at Peacock Theater the previous day. The LA City Council awarded RIIZE with a plaque of appreciation for promoting the city worldwide through their debut song, 'Get A Guitar', and its music video, which was entirely shot in LA.

LA City Council member John Lee praised RIIZE, noting that the band had significantly connected Los Angeles with the global community through their music. He remarked that the 'Get A Guitar' music video serves as a love letter to LA, showcasing its major landmarks and capturing the city's essence beautifully.

LA가 사랑한 ‘최애 아티스트’ 라이즈, 미국 LA시의회 감사패 받다!
“라이즈는 음악을 통해 LA를 세상과 연결하는 위대한 존재”
‘Get A Guitar’로 시작된 인연! LA관광청 캠페인 → LA다저스 이벤트 섭렵!https://t.co/lnYX6mqh1P#RIIZE #라이즈#RISEandREALIZE#RIIZING pic.twitter.com/QDrNAWpEKk

— RIIZE (@RIIZE_official) May 22, 2024

During the acceptance speech, RIIZE member Anton expressed the band's gratitude and affection for Los Angeles. He mentioned that the city holds special memories for RIIZE, including filming the 'Get A Guitar' music video, performing at the KCON special stage, and being chosen by the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board to promote their campaign. Anton emphasised that RIIZE has developed a unique connection with LA and has endeavoured to capture the city's creativity and vibrance in their work. He concluded by expressing the band's hope to continue this meaningful relationship with the city.

RIIZE, a rising force in the K-pop world, is currently on their first fan-con tour, the 2024 RIIZE FAN-CON TOUR 'RIIZING DAY,' which began in Seoul on May 4, 2024. They recently concluded their LA performance on May 20, with the next stop scheduled for June 1, 2024, in Hong Kong.

In addition to their tour, RIIZE has announced the release date for their debut album RIIZING, set for June 17. The album will feature the lead track 'Boom Boom Bass', adding to the anticipation surrounding the group's future endeavours.