Ariaz (; stylized in

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) is a South Korean girl group formed by Rising Star Entertainment, a subsidiary label of

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in 2019. The group made its official debut on October 24, 2019, with their first EP ''Grand Opera'', as of 2024 the group consist of two members: Dawon and Sihyeon.

History

Pre-debut

Prior to the group's debut, various members already had some experience in the entertainment industry. Yunji had appeared in the fifth season of the survival series ''

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'' in 2013, and later appeared in the first season of reality television talent show ''

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'' in 2015 along with future band-mate Sihyeon. Yunji and Sihyeon were set to debut in the girl group OMZM with other members, however, the group's debut was postponed and their fancafe was later temporarily closed. Sihyeon sang "Wonderful Day ()" for the

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of the drama ''

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'' in 2016. Prior to Ariaz, Hyogyeong had released numerous songs as a soloist, including some using the stage name Mugayeong (). Hyogyeong also represented Star Empire Entertainment in the survival reality show ''

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'' in 2017. Yunji, Sihyeon, Hyogyeong and Yeori had been backup dancers before their debut, for groups such as

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, ZE:A, Nine Muses and Imfact. Dawon appeared in an episode of episode of ''

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'' in early 2019, performing

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's song " Downpour" along with Hong Juhyeon and Im Doyeon. The group was briefly known as Empire Girls () prior to their debut. A three-episode variety show, ''Empire Girls at the MT'', aired before their debut. The show was a bonding experience for the members, and showcased their teamwork.

2019–2021: Debut with ''Grand Opera'' and digital single remakes

On September 16, 2019, Rising Star Entertainment, a subsidiary of Star Empire Entertainment, released a statement to announce that Empire Girls would be debuting under the name Ariaz in October. Various teasers were released for the EP, and ''Grand Opera'' was released on October 24, 2019, along with its lead single "Moonlight Aria" and its accompanying music video. The EP is the first in a trilogy the group aims to release. Their debut showcase was held the same day at the Ilji Art Hall in

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, Seoul. On June 26, 2021, the group released the new digital single "I Like You", a remake from the girl group

's hit single "I Really Like You". On September 30, 2021, the group released the digital single "Hot & Cold (2021)", another from Jewelry's hit single "Hot & Cold".

2022–present: Members departure

On April 10, 2022, Rising Star Entertainment announced that Yunji, Yeori and Hyogyeong have terminated their contracts with them and left the group. On the same day, Jueun posted on Instagram confirming that she has left the group.

Members

* Dawon () * Sihyeon ()

Past members

* Yunji () * Yeori () * Hyogyeong () * Jueun ()

Discography

Extended plays

Singles

Notes

References

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