Stray Kids are set to release their third Japanese mini album, 'Hollow', on June 18. This marks their first local mini album in nearly three years since their second Japanese mini album 'CIRCUS' was released in June 2022. The new teaser image, featuring a dreamy and ethereal vibe with the members holding transparent beads, has heightened anticipation for the album.
Stray Kids celebrated their 5th anniversary of debut in Japan on March 18. Since their official debut in Japan in 2020, they have dominated major charts such as Oricon, Tower Records, and Billboard Japan, proving their popularity in the region. Their world tour 'dominATE', which included performances at Tokyo Dome and Kyocera Dome Osaka in November and December last year, attracted over 315,000 attendees, showcasing their strong ticket power.
Additionally, Stray Kids recently achieved significant milestones with the Recording Industry Association of Japan. Their second Japanese single 'Scars / ソリクン -Japanese ver.-' released in 2021 surpassed 250,000 shipments, earning a Platinum certification. Their second Japanese studio album 'GIANT', released in November 2024, exceeded 500,000 shipments, achieving Double Platinum status.
Furthermore, member Felix featured in popular Japanese artist LiSA's new song 'ReawakeR', making a notable impact on global music charts. The track topped the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart in the U.S., held the number one spot for six consecutive weeks on the Billboard Japan Global Japan Songs chart excluding Japan, and reached number one in seven regions including Germany, the UK, and Malaysia.
Meanwhile, Stray Kids will hold their first solo stadium concert in Japan at Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa on May 10-11 and 17-18.
Choi Ji-ye, TenAsia Reporter wisdomart@tenasia.co.kr