abstract:M.C the MAX (an acronym for Moon Child the MAX) is a Korean rock band. They debuted in 2000 as a 4-member band under the name "Moon Child". Their 1st album consisted of mainly techno songs, with a few rock songs. Their 2nd album had a more similar sound to what they do today, consisting mainly of ballads mixed with a rock sound. Their title song "사랑하니까" is a ballad song with some rock sounds mixed in. Upon one of the members leaving, the remaining three members re-debuted as M.C. the MAX, steering into music of the ballad genre, while keeping their rock sounds. They are managed by the production company of Yoshiki, founder member of the Japanese group X Japan. They have released 7 albums up to date, and have also released several online singles as well. Their song "사랑의 시", from their 2nd album topped the KBS chart in February, 2004 [http://world.kbs.co.kr/english/enter/music_top.htm?Rank_Date=2004-02-02#].