# Omega X

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. 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.

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

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

### 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. The song was released on April 24, 2023, through various online music streaming sites.
On May 7, 2023, it was announced that the group had parted ways with Spire Entertainment after terminating their contract. In July 2023, Omega X signed an exclusive management contract with IPQ.
On October 18, the group announced their return and released their third mini album IYKYK (If You Know, You Know) on November 7.

## Legal issues and controversies
### Abuse allegations and lawsuit against Spire and YouTuber

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. 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. 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.
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. 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. 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.
On November 14, it was announced that a press conference would be held with the members on November 16 for a special announcement. Ahead of the press conference the group filed a trademark for their name as well as the fanbase, For X. It was also revealed by their legal representative that the group suffered assault, intimidation, sexual harassment, gaslighting, and other forms of abuse. During the press conference, it was announced that Omega X would be filing a lawsuit to terminate their contracts against Spire Entertainment.
On January 11, 2023, Omega X announced that they had won their lawsuit and their contracts with Spire were suspended.
On August 21, IPQ released a statement denying allegations made on Omega X by YouTuber In Ji-woong and announced legal response against both In and Spire Entertainment for defamation, as well as legal action against Spire for breach of contract, mental and physical abuse against Omega X members. Lawyer Noh Jong-eon, the group's legal representative, stated on August 28 that they filed a lawsuit against Spire for sexual harassment and that they planned to hold a press conference. Meanwhile, member Yechan's father also filed a complaint against the YouTuber for spreading false information.

## Members

Adapted from their Naver profile and official website.
* 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 |
| Title | Details | KOR | Sales |
| Story Written in Music | Released: June 15, 2022 Label: Spire Entertainment Formats: CD, digital download, streaming Track listing "Venus" (연결) "Play Dumb" "Binary Star" "All About U" "Don't (Jehyun, Kevin)" "Take 'Em All" "Bounce With Me" "Dance With U (Sebin, Xen, Jehyun, Junghoon, Kevin, Hyuk)" "Airplane (전세기) (Hangyeom, Jaehan, Yechan)" "Dry Flower" "Control" "Love (가직해줘) (Jaehan, Hwichan, Hangyeom, Yechan)" "For Baby" (CD only) | 4 | KOR: 59,207 |

### Extended plays
#### Korean extended plays

| Title | Details | Peak chart positions | Sales |
| Title | Details | KOR | Sales |
| Vamos | Released: June 30, 2021 Label: Spire Entertainment Formats: CD, digital download, streaming Track listing "Ox Win Ha!" "Vamos" "Icetag" (얼음땡) "Omega X" "Younger" | 11 | KOR: 18,395 |
| Love Me Like | Released: January 5, 2022 Label: Spire Entertainment Formats: CD, digital download, streaming Track listing "Love Me Like" "Action" "12.24" "Liar" "Please" (전화해요) | 2 | KOR: 89,619 |
| IYKYK | Released: November 7, 2023 Label: IPQ Inc. Formats: CD, digital download, streaming Track listing "Louder" "Junk Food" "Touch" "Hey!" "Island" | 9 | KOR: 76,359 |

#### Japanese extended plays

| Title | Details | Peak chart positions | Sales |
| Title | Details | JPN | Sales |
| Stand Up! | Released: August 24, 2022 Label: Tokuma Japan Communications Formats: CD, DVD, digital download, streaming Track listing "Stand Up!" "Luv 'Em" "I'm Sorry" "Drive" "#BRB" "Omega X" (JP ver.) (Digital/Regular version only) "Stand Up! MV Making Video" (DVD, limited A version only) | 12 | JPN: 3,173 |
| To. | Released: November 13, 2024 Label: Tokuma Japan Communications Formats: CD, DVD, digital download, streaming | 14 | JPN: 4,417 |

### Single albums

| Title | Details | Peak chart positions | Sales |
| Title | Details | KOR | Sales |
| What's Goin' On | Released: September 6, 2021 Label: Spire Entertainment Formats: CD, digital download, streaming Track listing "What's Goin' On" "Baila Con OX" | 6 | KOR: 56,703 |

### Singles

List of singles :
| Title | Year | Album |
| "Vamos" | 2021 | Vamos |
| "What's Goin' On" | 2021 | What's Goin' On |
| "Love Me Like" | 2022 | Love Me Like |
| "Play Dumb" | 2022 | Story Written in Music |
| "Dream" (드림) | 2022 | Non-album single |
| "Junk Food" | 2023 | Iykyk |
| Japanese |||
| "Stand Up!" | 2022 | Stand Up! |
| "Cool My Head" | 2024 | To. |

### 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 | A Shoulder to Cry On OST |
| "You, Again" | 2023 | Taedong, Xen, Jaehan | A Shoulder to Cry On OST |
| "Comfort" | 2023 | Jaehan and Hwichan | A Shoulder to Cry On OST |
| "Tears Pouring Down" | 2023 | Hwichan | Love After Divorce Season 4 OST |
| "Come in Closer" | 2023 | Xen | Love After Divorce Season 4 OST |

## Filmography
### Web shows

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

## Radio show

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

## Ambassadorship

* Honorary ambassador for Jeju Tourism, 2021
* Ambassador for COEX Urban Park Festival, 2021
* Public Relations Ambassador for Asia Exchange Association, 2021
* Honorary Ambassador for The Association For International Sport for All (TAFISA), 2021
* Public Relations Ambassador for COEX Winter Gallery 2021

## 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 |
| Gaon Chart Music Awards | 2022 | New Artist of the Year — Physical Album | What's Goin' On | Nominated |
| Golden Disc Awards | 2022 | Rookie of the Year Award | Omega X | Nominated |
| Golden Disc Awards | 2022 | Seezn Most Popular Artist Award | Omega X | Nominated |
| Hanteo Music Awards | 2021 | Rookie Award – Male Group | Omega X | Nominated |
| Hanteo Music Awards | 2023 | Emerging Artist Award | Omega X | Nominated |
| Seoul Music Awards | 2022 | Rookie of the Year | Omega X | Won |
| Seoul Music Awards | 2022 | Popularity Award | Omega X | Nominated |
| Seoul Music Awards | 2022 | K-wave Popularity Award | Omega X | Nominated |
| The Fact Music Awards | 2023 | Fan N Star Four Star Award | Omega X | Nominated |

### 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 | |