Monsta X EP The Phase Has Debuted on Billboard Charts
The K-pop group earned its fifth appearance on the Billboard 200 following the release of its latest EP.
Updated on Sept. 20, 2026 in Music — General
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Monsta X has reached the Billboard 200 chart once again with the release of the EP The Phase. The project earned a debut position of No. 118 on the main albums chart following a tracking period in which it sold 11,600 copies.
Why it matters
The performance of The Phase continues the group's established history of US chart presence, marking their fifth entry on the Billboard 200. This milestone reflects the band's ongoing commercial footprint in international music markets.
The Phase debuted at No. 7 on the Top Album Sales chart and No. 3 on the World Albums chart. The group has now achieved a total of 13 entries on the World Albums chart throughout their career.
The players
Monsta X
Monsta X is a South Korean boy band that has achieved multiple entries on US music charts since their formation.
Billboard
Billboard is an American music industry publication that tracks music popularity through various weekly charts.
The details
The Billboard 200 ranking is determined by a combination of traditional digital and physical sales alongside overall streaming activity. Separately, the group's placement on the Top Album Sales chart is derived exclusively from traditional purchasing data.
Timeline
February 2020: The album All About Luv peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard 200.
December 2021: The album The Dreaming reached a peak position of No. 21.
March 2026: The EP Unfold reached a peak of No. 41 on the Billboard 200.
September 20, 2026: The Phase made its debut on the Billboard charts.
Industry Dynamics
This release underscores the group's sustained relevance within the competitive K-pop market as it navigates the global streaming era. The result positions the act among a select group of international artists who consistently maintain multiple entries on major US music charts.
Listeners can access the tracks from the new EP through major streaming platforms and digital retailers worldwide. Fans looking to support the group's chart ranking can participate in authorized purchasing and streaming activities tracked by industry standards.
The takeaway
Monsta X continues to demonstrate a consistent ability to generate significant listener demand in the international music landscape. By diversifying their output across EPs and albums, the group effectively maintains its presence on the competitive Billboard charts.
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