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K-Pop Group

EPEX

South Korea  ·  C9 Entertainment  ·  Debut 2021  ·  7 members
K-PopDance PopHip HopTeen Pop

EPEX is a k-pop group from South Korea under C9 Entertainment, active since 2021.

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Markets
Global
Primary: South Korea, Japan
Genre
K-Pop, Dance Pop, Hip Hop
+ Teen Pop, Synth Pop
Mood
Energetic, Youthful, Confident
Active Since
2021 – Present
Partnership Relevance
Beauty & Lifestyle Partner

EPEX anchors strongest across Beauty, Skincare, Luxury Fashion, with a partnership profile built for reach and credibility in those categories. It is a weaker fit for value, discount, or family-utility categories, where the positioning pulls the other way.

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EPEX is an eight-member K-Pop group under C9 Entertainment who debuted in 2021 and have since sold over 1. 1 million physical records across their career, demonstrating steady commercial traction within a competitive genre. Currently on their 4th Concert tour, Echo, the group is approaching a significant content moment with an upcoming 7th EP that concludes their long-running Youth narrative series, positioning them for an engagement spike among their growing and enthusiastic international fanbase.

With a 2M-strong global fandom, its deepest reach in South Korea, EPEX gives partners a defined audience to activate rather than broad, unfocused reach.

Key Takeaways

  • Strongest in Beauty
  • Female-majority audience — strong beauty & cosmetics fit
  • 2M global fandom
Overview

EPEX is an eight-member K-Pop group under C9 Entertainment who debuted in 2021 and have since sold over 1.1 million physical records across their career, demonstrating steady commercial traction within a competitive genre. Currently on their 4th Concert tour, Echo, the group is approaching a significant content moment with an upcoming 7th EP that concludes their long-running Youth narrative series, positioning them for an engagement spike among their growing and enthusiastic international fanbase. As Youthful Narrative Explorers with a clean public image since debut, EPEX carries strong appeal across South Korea, Japan, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Their audience profile and brand alignment make them a natural fit for Streetwear and Apparel, Tech and Mobile, Gaming, and Snack and Food and Beverage partnerships targeting younger Southeast and East Asian consumers.

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Strongest fit categories
BeautySkincareLuxury FashionFragranceBeverages
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Primary regions
East Asia
Southeast Asia
N. America
LATAM
Core audience
Gen Z – Millennials
Fandom composition
37% core fandom · 24% trend-driven · 39% casual
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Brand Compatibility
67/100
Developing
Audience Strength
Building
of global fandom scale
Market Momentum
Steady
+1%
vs. last 3 months
Brand Safety
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No active risk flags
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Recent Highlights
On tourECHO (Echo)
AwardHanteo Music Awards — Rookie of the Year – Male Group2021
AwardKorea Culture Entertainment Awards — Best New Male Artist2021
ReleaseEPEX 7th EP Album Youth : Epilogue

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