Omega X
Omega X in June 2021 (From left to right: Jaehan, Xen, Taedong, Hwichan, Hyuk, Hangyeom, Junghoon, Jehyun, Yechan, Kevin, Sebin)
Background information
OriginSeoul, South Korea
GenresK-pop
Years active2021 (2021)–present
Labels
Members
  • Jaehan
  • Hwichan
  • Sebin
  • Hangyeom
  • Taedong
  • Xen
  • Jehyun
  • Kevin
  • Junghoon
  • Hyuk
  • Yechan
Korean name
Hangul오메가엑스
Japanese name
Hiraganaオメガエックス

Omega X (Korean: 오메가엑스, stylized in all caps) is a South Korean boy band formed in 2021. The group consists of 11 members: Jaehan, Hwichan, Sebin, Hangyeom, Taedong, Xen, Jehyun, Kevin, Junghoon, Hyuk and Yechan.

History

Pre-debut

All of Omega X's members had appeared in survival shows or debuted in previous K-pop groups before debuting in Omega X. Hangyeom is a former member of Seven O'Clock, who also participated in Mix Nine, finishing in sixth place. Jaehan was a contestant on Produce 101 Season 2 and a former member of Spectrum. Hwichan was the drummer of Kokoma Band (literally, "Little Kids' Band"), a trainee band managed by FNC Entertainment.[2] He also participated in Mix Nine and is a former member of Limitless. Sebin is a member of Snuper and participated in The Unit: Idol Rebooting Project. Taedong participated in Boys24 and Produce 101 Season 2, and is a former member of Gidongdae. Xen and Jehyun are former members of 1Team. Kevin, Junghoon and Hyuk are former members of ENOi. Yechan participated in Under Nineteen and is a former member of 1the9.[3]

2021: Debut with Vamos and What's Goin' On

On June 30, Omega X debuted with the release of their first EP, Vamos, and its lead single of the same name.[4]

On September 6, Omega X released their first single album, What's Goin' On, and its lead single of the same name.[5]

2022: Love Me Like, Story Written in Music and Japanese debut

On January 5, Omega X released their second EP, Love Me Like, and its lead single of the same name.[6]

On June 15, Omega X released their first studio album, Story Written in Music, and its track "Play Dumb".[7]

On August 24, Omega X made their Japanese debut under Tokuma Shoten with the mini album Stand Up! and the title track was pre-released on July 1.[8]

2023–present: Return after lawsuit win and IYKYK

On February 11, 2023, a month after winning the lawsuit against their former label, Omega X attended and performed at the second day of the awards ceremony of the 30th Hanteo Music Awards. The group also revealed their new song, "Dream", which was composed by Hangyeom and written by the members, during the event.[9] The song was released on April 24, 2023, through various online music streaming sites.[10]

On May 7, 2023, it was announced that the group had parted ways with Spire Entertainment after terminating their contract.[11] In July 2023, Omega X signed an exclusive management contract with IPQ.[12]

On October 18, the group announced their return and release of their third mini album IYKYK (If You Know, You Know) on November 7.[13]

Abuse allegations and lawsuit against Spire

On October 24, 2022, a video was leaked showing the CEO of Spire Entertainment physically and verbally abusing members of the group as one of them faints.[14] On the same day, Spire Entertainment released a statement claiming that both Omega X and the label had "resolved all their misunderstandings" while the CEO denied any abuse having taken place.[15][16] The following day, SBS shared a new video taken by a fan showing the CEO verbally abusing the members outside a concert venue, with one member undergoing a panic attack.[17][18]

On November 5, the group created a new Instagram separate from the label, where they announced their intentions to continue as a group and communicate with their fans.[19][20] On November 7, Spire released another apology in response to the Instagram post by Omega X, as well as announcing the resignation of the company's CEO to prevent future incidents.[21] On November 11, SBS revealed more allegations against the company such as them forcing the group to perform despite testing positive for COVID-19, and a new video of the initial yelling incident, revealing that the CEO yelled at the members for not properly thanking her or the company during their live concert. The company only issued a brief statement reaffirming the earlier apology and resignation of the CEO.[22][23]

On November 14, it was announced that a press conference would be held with the members on November 16 for a special announcement.[24] Ahead of the press conference the group filed a trademark for their name as well as the fanbase, For X.[25] It was also revealed by their legal representative that the group suffered assault, intimidation, sexual harassment, gaslighting, and other forms of abuse.[26] During the press conference, it was announced that Omega X would be filing a lawsuit to terminate their contracts against Spire Entertainment.[27][28]

On January 11, 2023, Omega X announced that they had won their lawsuit and their contracts with Spire were suspended.[29]

Members

Adapted from their Naver profile and official website.[30]

  • Jaehan (재한) - leader
  • Hwichan (휘찬)
  • Sebin (세빈)
  • Hangyeom (한겸)
  • Taedong (태동)
  • Xen (젠)
  • Jehyun (제현)
  • Kevin (케빈)
  • Junghoon (정훈)
  • Hyuk (혁)
  • Yechan (예찬)

Discography

Studio albums

Title Details Peak chart positions Sales
KOR
[31]
Story Written in Music
Track listing
  1. "Venus" (연결)
  2. "Play Dumb"
  3. "Binary Star"
  4. "All About U"
  5. "Don't (Jehyun, Kevin)"
  6. "Take 'Em All"
  7. "Bounce With Me"
  8. "Dance With U (Sebin, Xen, Jehyun, Junghoon, Kevin, Hyuk)"
  9. "Airplane (전세기) (Hangyeom, Jaehan, Yechan)"
  10. "Dry Flower"
  11. "Control"
  12. "Love (가직해줘) (Jaehan, Hwichan, Hangyeom, Yechan)"
  13. "For Baby" (CD only)
 4

Extended plays

Title Details Peak chart positions Sales
KOR
[31]		 JPN
[33]
Vamos
  • Released: June 30, 2021 (KOR)
  • Label: Spire Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download, streaming
Track listing
  1. "Ox Win Ha!"
  2. "Vamos"
  3. "Icetag" (얼음땡)
  4. "Omega X"
  5. "Younger"
 11—
Love Me Like
  • Released: January 5, 2022 (KOR)
  • Label: Spire Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download, streaming
Track listing
  1. "Love Me Like"
  2. "Action"
  3. "12.24"
  4. "Liar"
  5. "Please" (전화해요)
 2—
Stand Up!
  • Released: August 24, 2022 (JPN)
  • Label: Tokuma Japan Communications
  • Formats: CD, DVD, digital download, streaming
Track listing
  1. "Stand Up!"
  2. "Luv 'Em"
  3. "I'm Sorry"
  4. "Drive"
  5. "#BRB"
  6. "Omega X" (JP ver.) (Digital/Regular version only)
  7. "Stand Up! MV Making Video" (DVD, limited A version only)
 —12
IYKYK
  • Released: November 7, 2023 (KOR)
  • Label: IPQ Inc.
  • Formats: CD, digital download, streaming
 9—

Single albums

Title Details Peak chart positions Sales
KOR
[31]
What's Goin' On
  • Released: September 6, 2021
  • Label: Spire Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download, streaming
Track listing
  1. "What's Goin' On"
  2. "Baila Con OX"
 6

Singles

List of singles
Title Year Album
"Vamos" 2021 Vamos
"What's Goin' On" What's Goin' On
"Love Me Like" 2022 Love Me Like
"Play Dumb" Story Written in Music
"Dream" (드림) Non-album single
"Junk Food" 2023 Iykyk
Japanese
"Stand Up!" 2022 Stand Up!

As collaborating artist

Title Year Album
"Jamboree Anthem Korea"
(with BugAboo)		 2022 Non-album single

Soundtrack appearances

Title Year Member(s) Album
"Come Together" 2023 Jaehan[upper-alpha 1] A Shoulder to Cry On OST[39]
"You, Again" Taedong, Xen, Jaehan[upper-alpha 2]
"Comfort" Jaehan and Hwichan[upper-alpha 3]
"Tears Pouring Down" Hwichan Love After Divorce Season 4 OST[40]
"Come in Closer" Xen

Filmography

Web shows

Year Title Platform Notes Ref.
English Korean
2021 Loading One More ChanX 로딩 원 모어 찬스 YouTube & V Live Pre-debut reality show [41]

Radio show

Year Title Channel Role Notes Ref.
English Korean
2023–present X’s Overindulgence X의 과몰입 FLO DJ March 1–present [42][43]
To the Beautiful Us 아름다운 우리에게 Naver VIBE DJ May 4–present [44]

Ambassadorship

  • Honorary ambassador for Jeju Tourism, 2021[45]
  • Ambassador for COEX Urban Park Festival, 2021[46]
  • Public Relations Ambassador for Asia Exchange Association, 2021[47]
  • Honorary Ambassador for The Association For International Sport for All (TAFISA), 2021[48]
  • Public Relations Ambassador for COEX Winter Gallery 2021[49]

Awards and nominations

Name of the award ceremony, year presented, award category, nominee(s) of the award, and the result of the nomination
Award ceremony Year Category Nominee(s)/work(s) Result Ref.
Hanteo Music Awards 2021 Rookie Award – Male Group Omega X Nominated [50]
2023 Emerging Artist Award Nominated [51]
Gaon Chart Music Awards 2022 New Artist of the Year — Physical Album What's Goin' On Nominated [52]
Golden Disc Awards 2022 Rookie of the Year Award Omega X Nominated [53]
Seezn Most Popular Artist Award Nominated [54]
Seoul Music Awards 2022 Rookie of the Year Won [55]
Popularity Award Nominated [56]
K-wave Popularity Award Nominated
The Fact Music Awards 2023 Fan N Star Four Star Award Nominated [57]

Listicles

Name of publisher, year listed, name of listicle, and placement
Publisher Year Listicle Placement Ref.
Rolling Stone India 2021 10 Best K-pop Debuts of 2021 7th [58]

Notes

  1. ↑ Credited as Omega X but features only Jaehan
  2. ↑ Credited as Omega X but features only Taedong, Xen, and Jaehan
  3. ↑ Credited as Omega X but features only Jaehan and Hwichan

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