Stray Kids Confidently Unveil New Album 'KARMA' with Title Track 'CEREMONY'

Stray Kids have expressed confidence in their new title track.

On the 22nd, Stray Kids held a press conference at Conrad Seoul in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, to commemorate the release of their 4th full-length album 'KARMA'.

Returning with a new album right after their world tour, Stray Kids' Changbin shared, "We received immense love during our long world tour. To reciprocate, we felt the need to satisfy STAY (our fandom) with an album that matches that love. A full-length album is the best way to do that, as it involves a lot of effort and thought." He added, "Even when we're busy, we can't resist trying new things. When we encounter a genre we haven't tried or a new idea, we keep experimenting."

Despite their hectic schedule, Stray Kids chose to take on new challenges. Bang Chan explained, "There are many genres we haven't explored. We had numerous discussions with 3RACHA and the members about trying new styles and using ideas we've saved for this moment. We wanted to showcase a new musical color, and 'CEREMONY' is a genre we're trying for the first time."

Hyunjin also expressed his confidence, saying, "This album feels like a celebratory ceremony after completing our world tour. I'm really confident about it. When I first heard 'CEREMONY', I thought, 'This is a hit.' The performance is packed with diverse elements that match the mood of the song. I believe many people will love it."

The new album 'KARMA' marks Stray Kids' first full-length release in about two years. The group's producing team, 3RACHA, consisting of Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han, participated in the creation of all 11 tracks, including the title song.

The title track 'CEREMONY' combines intense trap EDM, baile funk rhythms, powerful plucks, and a catchy hook. It celebrates the success achieved through perseverance and effort, overcoming numerous challenges along the way.

Stray Kids' fourth full-length album 'KARMA' was released at 1 PM on the same day.