RIIZE Embarks on a Sonic Journey with Yoon Sang in Their First Studio Album ‘ODYSSEY’

K-pop sensation RIIZE is forging a bold artistic path with the upcoming release of their first full-length album, ODYSSEY, releasing on May 19. Among the album’s standout tracks is the 39-second instrumental piece ‘Passage’, composed by legendary Korean artist and producer Yoon Sang.

More than just a transitional track, ‘Passage’ serves as a sonic metaphor for RIIZE’s journey through growth and transformation. The piece utilizes tremolo techniques in orchestral instrumentation to evoke a dream-like atmosphere, brimming with emotional duality. It feels both ethereal and urgent, capturing the many layers of personal discovery.

The album has been methodically structured around ‘Passage’, strategically placed as track #6. The tracks leading up to it explore RIIZE’s outward expressions of ambition and struggle, while the subsequent tracks dive into themes of introspection and emotional enlightenment. According to RIIZE, the album’s narrative “feels more complete because of ‘Passage’. It begins heavier but gradually brightens, illustrating the realization and acceptance that comes after turmoil.”

In a move that blends digital innovation with artistic depth, RIIZE also launched a unique multi-format campaign through their ongoing project Realtime Odyssey. The album is currently available for pre-order in a variety of collectible formats: from classic photobooks and chic boxed sets to a smart album version called S-Mini, a MEGA SMini in collaboration with MEGA MGC Coffee, and even a sun-inspired pendant necklace co-designed with fashion label SUNLOVE. For fans, the ‘WE LITTLE RIIZE’ voice keyring featuring customized character designs adds a playful yet personal touch.

RIIZE’s ODYSSEY is more than an album—it’s a conceptual experience inviting listeners into a multifaceted journey of sound, sentiment, and self-discovery.