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Korea Herald
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Monsta X marks 10th year with full-member release 'Now Project Vol.1'
Group kicks off complete-unit activities with rerecorded hits and a special livestream event Boy band Monsta X marked its 10th year with the release of 'Now Project Vol.1" on Wednesday, marking the group's first full-group album in nearly four years. According to its agency, Starship Entertainment, the digital album was unveiled at noon and signals the return of Monsta X as a complete unit. The title 'Now' is a nod to the present and a reverse of 'Mon,' the prefix in the group's name, symbolizing a reflection on the group's identity and timeline. Debuting in May 2015, with its first EP 'Trespass,' Monsta X celebrates exactly 10 years since their debut by reuniting all six members for this special release. The album includes 10 tracks previously released between 2021 and 2023, during which leader Shownu was completing his mandatory military service and unable to participate. Tracks such as 'Rush Hour,' 'Love' and 'Beautiful Liar' have been rerecorded to feature all six members' vocals, including recently discharged Hyungwon, who completed his military service Tuesday. Other songs include fan favorites like 'Autobahn,' 'Ride with U,' 'Mercy,' 'Love You,' 'Lone Ranger,' 'Deny' and 'It's Okay.' All songs have been newly arranged and recorded to reflect the group's current sound. The members also participated in the songwriting, composing and production, showcasing their musical growth and identity as self-producing idols. Monsta X is scheduled to host a special livestream on Wednesday at 7 p.m on its official YouTube channel to celebrate the group's debut anniversary. All six members will appear together to reflect on their journey, interact with fans in real-time and kick off their next chapter. Known for their intense concepts, strong discography and commanding stage presence, Monsta X has earned its reputation as 'trustworthy performers,' with fans trusting the group in both music and performance.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ahead of MONSTA X's 10th anniversary, member Hyungwon is to be discharged from mandatory military service on May 13
MONSTA X 's Hyungwon , who had enlisted in the military's Army Band, is all set to be officially discharged today, on May 13. The idol enlisted in November 2023 and will be released after completing one year and six months in military service. Hyungwon to return ahead of the group's anniversary MONSTA X's Hyungwon is going to be returning from his mandatory military service today on May 13, ahead of the group's official 10th anniversary event, according to Allkpop. What makes his discharge even more special is the fact that he is leaving the military only a day before the group's anniversary, which fortunately falls on May 14. Fans are looking forward to the official reunion of all six members as well. MONSTA X all set to launch digital album for 10th anniversary The group, to commemorate and celebrate their 10th anniversary, will be releasing a digital album titled ' NOW PROJECT vol.1 '. The album is said to contain around 10 tracks in total. It will include both title songs and B-side tracks in the album. It consists of music that MONSTA X has released as a group between the years 2021 and 2023 so far. The album is going to feature new song versions that include the vocals and raps from all six present members of the group. The album is being released to mark a new beginning for the group and also for celebrating the auspicious event with Monbebes (MONSTA X fans). All of the songs are being rereleased, and a new version is being shared with the public in order to showcase every member's talent, especially due to the fact that, due to scheduling conflicts and military service, many songs have some or the other member completely missing from the track. Hyungwon is also the fifth member to complete his military service after Shownu, Minhyuk, Jooheon, and Kihyun, while their maknae (youngest member), I.M., is yet to start his service in the military. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . And don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
