Stray Kids have released a second teaser for their upcoming track CEREMONY, as they ramp up excitement for the 4th full-length album KARMA, due August 22 at 1 PM KST.
The new teaser follows the group’s initial CEREMONY MV preview on August 15 and expands the high-energy concept with striking visuals. Hyunjin sports a distinctive haircut accented by a scratched yin-yang Stray Kids logo, while the eight members command attention in vibrant outfits and bold lighting. Futuristic computer-generated imagery elevates the mood, and scenes of the members sprinting across a race track in buggy cars inject a sense of speed and scale. The clip concludes with the members raising their hands in a collective shout of “CEREMONY,” signaling a unified, championship-ready mood ahead of KARMA SPORTS.
The excerpt of CEREMONY showcased in the teaser emphasizes confidence in delivering a next-level performance. With the lines “Yeah we gon’ celebrate ’cause we got good Karma” paired to dynamic choreography and an adrenaline-charged sound, the track promises explosive energy.
KARMA marks Stray Kids’ return with a full-length project after about two years, and once again their in-house team 3RACHA (Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han) steers the production of all 11 tracks, including the title track. This underscores the group’s identity as a self-producing act and sets the stage for a cohesive, signature sound across the album.
Fans can look forward to KARMA and CEREMONY dropping on August 22 at 1 PM KST (12 AM EST). The build toward release suggests an immersive, sports-inspired visual and musical concept, aligning with the group’s dynamic performance style and ambitious styling moments.
Additional notes for readers:
– The “KARMA SPORTS” motif points to a broader confident, competitive theme across the album rollout, potentially including live performances and media appearances that capitalize on the championship imagery.
– This release continues Stray Kids’ trajectory as a meticulous, self-produced act, reinforcing their identity while expanding their sonic and visual palette.
A hopeful takeaway: if the teasers are any indication, KARMA will offer a bold, high-energy chapter for Stray Kids, pairing compelling storytelling with powerful performances that could redefine their stage presence in 2024.