MONSTA X Earns Global Praise for ‘The X’
Sep 03, 2025
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The Rolling Stone, an American music magazine, published an interview article with MONSTA X on the 1st (local time) and evaluated that "'The X' is a letter of love to MONBEBE (official fan club name) and a work that contains MONSTA X's own music color. Members participate in writing, composing, and arranging songs, and everyone participates in selecting songs to show their growth as artists." Regarding the title song 'N the Front', he said "It is a confusing and melodic rap song with strong percussion and seems to appeal to various generations."
In addition, I.M. said in an interview that "worked with a clear vision for each song. The track "Savior" was perfect for vocal members", he explained. Rolling Stone responded, `This vision is one of the reasons MONSTA X has been able to stand out for a long time in an industry where competition is fierce and long-lasting.' `Members are more focused on creating their legacy to be proud of than commercial success" he analyzed.
Looking back on Monsta X's journey, Forbes, an American business magazine, highlighted that 10 years after their debut in 2015, they have become "icon of the Korean music industry". In addition, he praised Monsta X's pioneering spirit, which has challenged various languages and genres through Korean, Japanese, and English albums and experimented with a wide musical spectrum such as EDM, Latin, R&B, pop, and future bass.
In this regard, Jooheon told Forbes that `Our music has a wide spectrum. 'The X' shows that vocals can do everything, rapping and rappers singing. 'We can do anything' expressed confidence," he stressed.
Amid the global fever over the new news 'The X' and the full-length comeback, Monsta X also delivered good news to fans through 'Audacy', one of the largest radio station affiliates in the United States. Kihyun "I want to release another English album in the future. In fact, it's my first time saying this, but I'm also planning it."
MONSTA X released a new mini album 'The X' on the 1st. Starting with Mnet 'M Countdown' on the 4th, they will begin their comeback activities in earnest.
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