MONSTA X’s Triumphant Return: Why ‘THE X’ Might Be Their Best Era Yet

Ten years since their debut, and MONSTA X is still rewriting the rules. But with the release of their new mini album, THE X, on September 1st at 6PM KST, the group isn’t just back—they’re reborn.

MONSTA X is back, and it’s not just a comeback—it’s a renaissance. With five out of six members now discharged from mandatory military service and I.M’s enlistment still on the distant horizon, the group stands at a rare and powerful moment in their career. It’s been over four years since our last OT6 release in May 2021, and in that time, MONSTA X as five delivered three albums that nearly bridged the gap to Shownu’s return. That kind of consistency, even in partial formation, speaks volumes. But now, with all six members reunited, the energy is different. It’s electric.

You can feel it in everything they do. Whether it’s their stage performances, their online presence, their variety content, or the way they interact with MONBEBE, there’s a glow, a shared joy that radiates from the group. It’s clear they’ve missed each other, missed their fans, and missed being on stage as one. That chemistry, that bond, that unspoken synchronicity is back and stronger than ever.

Their latest release, THE X, is more than just a mini album. It’s a statement. From the pre-release “Do What I Want” to the title track “N the Front,” and the b-sides “Savior,” “Tuscan Leather,” “Catch Me Now,” and “Fire & Ice,” the tracklist reads like a declaration of artistic rebirth. Where “Rush Hour” captured the chaos and pressure of success, THE X feels like a reset. It’s confident, grounded, and creatively liberated. MONSTA X isn’t chasing trends. They’re defining them. The sound is mature, textured, and emotionally resonant, signaling a new chapter in their discography that feels both intentional and inevitable.

It’s tempting to call this MONSTA X 2.0, but that would imply they’ve left something behind. Instead, they’ve evolved, integrating every era, every hardship, every triumph into a new form. Like snakes shedding their skin, they’ve emerged with clarity and control. They’re not just participating in the K-pop scene. They’re reshaping it. And they’re doing it on their own terms.

THE X marks the beginning of something monumental. MONSTA X has proven they can weather lineup changes, military hiatuses, and industry shifts. Now, with all six members aligned and creatively empowered, the possibilities are endless. This isn’t just a comeback. It’s a coronation. 

So stream THE X. Watch the music show performances. Dive into the lyrics. Because MONSTA X isn’t just back—they’re better than ever. And this era? It might just be their best yet.