Performing at the Japan Concert

Hailing from the Shimokitazawa area of Tokyo, Rize is a rock band with reggae and hip-hop influences. They've been making records since 2000, when they signed to Sony and released "Rookey," which charted at No. 8. From there it's been a steady climb in international notoriety, with releases such as 2003's "Natural Vibes" and 2005's "Spit & Yell." In addition, their single, "Gunshot," was featured in the video game Gunsurvivor 4: Biohazard Heroes Never Die. Their latest record, "Alterna," came out in 2007.

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