X.MPIRE
from novipedia, made by babyqueen • 2017
X.MPIRE 음파제국 |
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X.MPIRE in 2023 |
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Background Information | |
Origin | Seoul, South Korea |
Genres | Pop, K-Pop, Retro, Jazz, Rock, R&B, Alternative, Hip-Hop, Ballad, EDM |
Years Active | 2014 — Present |
Labels | Nova Lux Corp, Crux, Republic Records |
Associated Acts | PANDØRA, ReNu, PRIZM, Nova Rookies |
Members | Caspian Silas Jayden Jey Oliver K Xavier Icarus Liam Win Leo Rain Honey KJ |
Past Members | Evan — — — — — — |
X.MPIRE (Hangul: 음파제국 (romanized: eumpa jeguk), pronounced as empire, aka Reign Boys) is a South Korean K-Pop boy group formed under the Crux label of Nova Lux Corporation. They debuted on April 15, 2014 with the single 'Warrior'. The group currently consists of members Caspian, Silas, Jayden, Jey, Oliver, K, Xavier, Icarus, Liam, Win, Leo, Rain, KJ, and Honey. Their fandom is called GENERALS and their official colors are Royal Green (#30381E) and Metallic Gold (#D4AF37). Their introduction phrase is "Salute! We're taking over! We're X.MPIRE!"
X.MPIRE has won Rookie of the Year (Korean Music Awards 2014), New Artist of the Year (Circle Chart Music Awards 2014), Worldwide Icon of the Year (MAMA 2018, 2020 & 2022), Album of the Year for LALALA and Born for Fame (MAMA 2023 & 2024), Top Global K-Pop Artist (Billboard Music Awards 2023), Top 10 Artist Award (Melon Music Awards 2018-2023) and 3 Daesangs and were nominated for the 2022 Grammy's.
Lore and Concept
The lore of the group connects them to their labelmates. They were sent to our Earth with the task of taking over through various types of music in different langauages and styles. They were also tasked with keeping pandora closed, but rebelled and opened the box, allowing the their junior group to debut. They have gained attention for being a global group with members from all over the world, further showcasing their ability to take on any style and genre of music. The X. in the name of the group and it's units is silent in the pronounciation and represents the unknown, aludding to the never-ending concept of the group with it's undetermined amount of members and units. It also represents the unity and diversity of the group and it's style of music.
History
Pre-Debut
Each member was previously revealed to the public through Nova Lux's trainee program Nova Rookies and have had varying degrees of exposure to the public as a result. Nova Lux Corp co-CEO Lee Chanwoo held a press conference to announce the future plans of the company, which including the debuts and comebacks of several artists. Also included was the announcement of the second season os Starstruck, a collaborative survival show held by Nova Lux Corp and aired on MNET. All members participated in the show, which resulted in the first generation of members.
2014—2016: 1st Generation members debut, first units debut
The first generation of X.MPIRE members officially debuted in 2014 with members Icarus, Rain, —, —, —, and —. Their debut single 'Warrior', was praised for it's powerful rapping and choreography. This was quickly followed by a summer EP, which featured the members singing in Spanish. The first fixed unit to debut was named X.CHAOS with members —, — and — confirmed as part of the lineup with eight new members, Caspian, —, —, —, —, —, —, and —.
In 2016, the group released its first studio album, introducing new members who would go on to debut in the next fixed unit, X.DEMION.
2017—2019: 2nd Generation members debut, —, —, — & — graduate, 1st World Tour
After announcing plans for the first graduation of members, it was revealed that only four members would be the first. Fans were disappointed, and the new members that debuted were met with controversy by fans. Petitions had been sent to the company to redebut the former members, but the company released a statement, reinstating their plans for X.MPIRE to remain a rotational group. They fully support whenever a member expresses desire to graduate and move on to a different avenue, and announce their graduation. Despite the controversy, the new members were praised for their talents, and the group embarked on their self titled first world tour.
The group was praised and became famous for their versality and willingness to push boundaries, releasing another spanish filled album. This would set the momentum for the multinational group, who would go on to have songs in various languages.
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2020-2022: 3rd Generation members debut, — & — graduate, Caspian and Silas hiatus
This era had the group focusing more on unit promotions, with each unit having comebacks and for the first time, solo activites. From dramas to runways, to MCing gigs and overseas schedules as ambassadors for luxury brands. With the COVID-19 pandemic, all activites were at a minimum, with strict protocols being followed and enforced. Unfortunately, brothers and members Caspian and Silas would fall ill, and halted promotions until they had fully recovered. They would both recover in time for Silas to participate in their respective unit's EPs for 2022.
2023-present: 4th Generation members debut, 2nd World Tour, Evan graduation
2023 marked a big year for the group, with pandemic restrictions lifted, they would embark on their 2nd world tour, Reign. The first unit to have a full album would end up being X.DEMION, who worked with well known acts in the industry like Tiger JK, Nicki Minaj, and Grey. Rumors have circulated on a full group comeback towards the end of the year, but there hasn't been anything confirmed yet.
X.CHAOS Members
Stage name | Birth name | Date of Birth + Position | |||
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Romanized | Hangul | Romanized | Others | Hangul | |
Caspian | 카스피안 | Nam Jaejin | — | 남재진 | October 20, 1996 Main Rapper, Sub Vocalist |
Liam | — | Jung Hyunwoo | Liam Jung | 정현우 | March 30, 1997 Main Vocalist |
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Oliver | 올리버 | Song Hyunjun | — | 송현준 | March 1, 2002 Lead Dancer, Lead Vocalist, Sub Rapper |
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Win | — | Tongrak Keerati |
ทองรักษ์ กีรติ |
— | February 14, 2002 Main Vocalist, Sub Rapper |
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X.DEMION Members
Stage name | Birth name | Date of Birth + Position | |||
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Romanized | Hangul | Romanized | Others | Hangul | |
Icarus | — | Yeon Sanghyun | — | 윤상현 | July 17, 1996 Main Vocalist, Lead Dancer |
Silas | 사일라 | Nam Haneul | — | 남하늘 | March 20, 1999 Main Dancer, Sub Vocalist, Sub Rapper, Center |
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K | — | Choi Kyungho | — | 최경호 | April 6, 1997 Main Rapper, Lead Dancer, Sub Vocalist |
Rain | — | Park Taekyung | — | 박태경 | March 7, 1997 Lead Rapper, Sub Vocalist |
The8 | — | Feng Haoyu | 冯昊宇 | — | February 18, 1997 Lead Vocalist, Sub Rapper |
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X.DYNMTE Members
Stage name | Birth name | Date of Birth + Position | |||
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Romanized | Hangul | Romanized | Others | Hangul | |
Xavier | — | Kim Gunho | — | 김건호 | November 1, 2000 Main Rapper, Lead Dancer, Sub Vocalist |
Dusk | — | Choi Daesung | — | — | December 15, 1997 Sub Vocalist, Sub Rapper |
KJ | — | Kang Wonjae | — | 강원재 | August 11, 1999 Lead Rapper, Sub Vocalist |
Honey | — | Hwang Jihoon | — | 황지훈 | December 3, 2003 Main Vocalist, Lead Dancer, Sub Rapper, Maknae |
Jayden | 재든 | He Jiaxiang | 贺家乡 | 허가샹 | February 24, 2002 Main Dancer, Sub Rapper |
Jey | 제이 | Jake Sim | Sim Jaeyun | 심재윤 | August 28, 2002 Lead Vocalist, Sub Rapper, Center |
Past Members
Stage name | Birth name | Date of Birth + Position | Unit | |||
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Romanized | Hangul | Romanized | Others | Hangul | ||
Evan |
이반 |
Hsu Tairui | 许泰锐 |
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August 24, 1995 Main Vocalist, Sub Rapper |
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