- By Srishti Pandey
- Tue, 16 Apr 2024 01:00 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Stray Kids, the dynamic Kpop group, is gearing up to make a triumphant return this summer with a comeback album. While the exact release date remains a mystery, several reports suggest that fans can expect the drop sometime in June, just in time to dominate the global music scene. With major events lined up, including a global music festival in July, anticipation is at an all-time high.
This comeback marks seven months since their last release, 'Rock-Star', in November. However, fans can rest assured that this comeback promises to be worth the wait. As part of the '4th generation top tier' and hailed as a 'global trend', Stray Kids are not only set to dominate the domestic charts but also make waves worldwide.
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Stray Kids made their debut in the entertainment scene through the 2017 reality show named after them, which JYP Entertainment created. The group originally consisted of nine members, including Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N. However, Woojin left the group in October 2019 for personal reasons.
Their musical journey began with the release of their pre-debut extended play (EP) Mixtape in January 2018, followed by their official debut EP 'I Am Not' in March of the same year. This marked the beginning of their 'I Am' series, which included 'I Am Who' and 'I Am You', helping to establish their presence in the music industry. In 2019, they released the Clé trilogy, consisting of 'Clé 1: Miroh', 'Clé 2: Yellow Wood', and 'Clé: Levanter'.
In 2020, Stray Kids achieved platinum certification from the Korea Music Content Association (KMCA) with their first studio album, 'Go Live'. They also made a significant impact in Japan with their debut compilation album 'SKZ2020' under Epic Records Japan.
The year 2021 saw the release of their second studio album, 'Noeasy', which achieved remarkable success with million-selling records. In 2022, they secured a promotional deal with Republic Records for the US market. They continued their success with EPs like 'Oddinary', 'Maxident', and 'Rock-Star', as well as the studio album '5-Star', all of which achieved top positions on global music charts.
The name 'Stray Kids' reflects their journey, initially symbolizing lost dreams searching for direction and later representing unity in discovering extraordinary paths together. With over 10 million album sales and recognition on TIME magazine's Next Generation Leaders list, Stray Kids continues to captivate audiences worldwide, promising an exciting musical journey with each new release.