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MONSTA X's New Album 'The Phase' Receives Praise from Foreign Media... Dominating Top Positions on Global Charts

MONSTA X's new album 'The Phase' is receiving positive reviews from international media…

MONSTA X's New Album 'The Phase' Receives Praise from Foreign Media... Dominating Top Positions on Global Charts
▲ MONSTA X's new album 'The Phase' receives praise from foreign media (Photo= Provided by agency)

According to media reports, MONSTA X's new album 'The Phase' is receiving positive evaluations from overseas press. The American economic magazine Forbes analyzed that this album presents an experimental musical direction while maintaining the existing color of the group. In particular, the title track 'MAGIC' is evaluated to have showcased diverse charms through a natural composition that leads from hip-hop sounds to ballads and pop dance.

The members' active participation also stands out. JOOHONEY participated in a total of 4 songs, including the title track, and Hyung-won added musical color by taking charge of the lyrics and composition for the B-side track 'Sweet Night, Sweet Morning'. The album completes a rich musical spectrum, encompassing a wide range of genres such as R&B, funk, and acoustic.

Global achievements are also distinct. Immediately after its release, 'The Phase' rose to 6th place on the worldwide iTunes album chart and took 1st place in 5 countries, including Finland and Indonesia. Furthermore, it reached the top of the K-pop album charts in 6 countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, demonstrating the power of their 12th year since debut. Currently, MONSTA X is continuing active activities by running a world tour and festival stages in parallel.

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Jeong Si-hwan
Jeong Si-hwan
SPECIALTIMES GLOBAL · K-pop Reporter

Covers K-pop for SPECIALTIMES GLOBAL, and also writes Culture and K-Variety stories.

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