RIIZE's Shotaro Named 'Artist of the Month' by STUDIO CHOOM

RIIZE's Shotaro is set to take the stage as STUDIO CHOOM's 'Artist of the Month'.

Mnet's digital studio M2 announced, "Shotaro from RIIZE has been selected as the 'Artist of the Month' for December 2024." The announcement was made alongside a spotlight video released on the 5th, with a performance video scheduled for release on the 12th, followed by a documentary on the 19th, offering fans three exciting content drops.

'Artist of the Month' is a special feature that highlights artists known for their dance skills, showcasing their performances and interviews. This series has garnered significant global attention, with previous features like ENHYPEN's Ni-ki in May and ZEROBASEONE's Sung Han-bin in July, both surpassing 10 million views, proving the series' popularity.

The announcement of Shotaro's participation has sparked immense excitement among global fans, known as 'Breeze'. The spotlight video includes scenes of Shotaro's practice sessions, interviews, and behind-the-scenes footage, heightening anticipation for the performance video set to release on the 12th.

Shotaro, who honed his dance skills at a renowned dance school in Japan from a young age, has previously performed with artists like EXILE and GACKT before debuting with RIIZE. His impressive dance breaks have earned him the nickname 'RIIZE's Shotaro'.

In 'Artist of the Month', Shotaro is expected to shine with his natural dance talent. He will perform to Kanye West's 'Clique', showcasing his signature hip-hop style with a charismatic and weighty presence. Notably, a special dance break has been choreographed for this performance, adding to the anticipation.

Meanwhile, STUDIO CHOOM continues to establish itself as a leading K-POP dance channel, featuring collaborations with dance-focused artists and crews. As of December, the channel boasts 5.43 million subscribers and over 3.6 billion cumulative views, highlighting its global influence.