active 1997

RIZE

RIZE
© RIZE
Vocal, Guitar
JESSE
Drums
Kaneko Nobuaki
Bass
KenKen
Guitar
Rio (Support Member)
(2001 ~ 2008) Guitar
NAKA (Nakao Yoshihiro) (ex-member)
(2001 ~ 2005) Bass
U-ZO (ex-member)
(1997 ~ 2001) Bass
Tokie (ex-member)
Often called rapcore or rap-rock, but a self-described “three-piece alternative band,” RIZE’s sound is difficult to pin down. A mix of rock, metal, rap and sometimes even genres such as reggae, their music is as unpredictable as their energetic live shows. Also, as vocalist JESSE speaks fluent English, many of their songs sound almost as if they were recorded by Western artists.

RIZE has gone through several member changes over the years, but they maintain a very dedicated following. Despite their success, the members remain very ambitious about reaching out to new fans around the world. They have performed internationally many times and seem poised to do so more in the future.
Author: Cage, Christine
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