MONSTA X Signal a New Era With ‘The Phase’ EP

By iamraeiam | August 24, 2026 A cinematic, unsettling new concept and a heavily member‑crafted tracklist set the tone for MONSTA X’s upcoming EP The Phase, arriving September 4 at 1:00 PM KST. MONSTA X is stepping into a bold new chapter with The Phase, a six‑track EP set for release on September 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM KST. Led by the title track “MAGIC,” the project marks one of the group’s most member‑driven releases to date — something fans have been celebrating across social media as anticipation builds. A Tracklist Powered by Member Creativity Across all six songs, MONSTA X’s members take an unusually active role in shaping the EP’s sound. Joohoney and Hyungwon, in particular, leave a strong creative imprint, contributing to writing, composition, and arrangement throughout the album. MAGIC (Title Track) — Co-written by Joohoney, the song is expected to anchor the EP with MONSTA X’s signature intensity and emotional lift. Type X — A sharp, attitude-heavy track co-written by Joohoney and rapper BLACK NINE. SURVIVOR — Fully written, composed, and arranged by Joohoney, Ye-Yo!, and Laser, making it one of the EP’s most hands-on tracks. Electric Heart — Another Joohoney-led creation, ...