Stray Kids Are Back With ‘THIS & THAT’: Stream It Now

South Korean boy band Stray Kids have unveiled their newest mini-album, "THIS & THAT," marking another milestone in their dynamic career. The collection features eight tracks, including the lead digital single "RUN IT," produced by the group's own 3RACHA unit consisting of members Bang Chan, Changbin, and HAN. Released at midnight, the album continues to showcase their creative control and evolving sound.

"RUN IT" serves as a thematic centerpiece, depicting a narrative of growth and ambition that stretches from their origins in Seoul to a global stage. The song encapsulates the band’s resilience in overcoming obstacles and their steadfast pursuit of success, reflecting the journey that has brought them to international prominence.

Stray Kids' momentum has been nothing short of extraordinary. Since their mini-album "ODDINARY" debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 in 2022, the group has maintained an unbroken streak of chart-topping releases. In 2024 alone, albums such as "HOP," "KARMA," and "DO IT" have all launched at the summit of the Billboard 200, establishing Stray Kids as the first act in nearly seven decades of the chart’s history to debut their first six entries at number one.

Their impressive commercial success is complemented by a growing collection of accolades. The group earned the Top K-Pop Album award at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards, were named Group of the Year at the 2024 People’s Choice Awards, and secured K-pop Album of the Year at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards. Additionally, following the release of their 2025 mixtape "SKZ IT TAPE DO IT," Stray Kids became the K-pop act with the most RIAA Gold-certified albums, further cementing their influence in the United States market.

Touring remains a vital component of their global outreach. Their ongoing world tour includes a historic appearance as the first K-pop act to headline the Rock in Rio festival in Brazil, scheduled for the following month. Concurrently, they are set to launch STRAYCITY, a series of live performances across Latin America, including major stops in Argentina, Colombia, and Mexico. This leg will begin on September 9 at Bogotá’s Vive Claro Distrito Cultural and conclude on September 25 at Mexico City’s Estadio GNP Seguros.

Beyond commercial and touring achievements, Stray Kids have cultivated one of the most engaged and joyful fan communities in music. A recent study analyzing over 1.5 million online comments across 106 music-focused Reddit forums identified Stray Kids’ fanbase, known as STAY, as radiating the highest levels of happiness and enthusiasm among music followers worldwide.

With "THIS & THAT," the band aims to sustain their upward trajectory and artistic growth. While full details about the album’s thematic breadth remain limited, the release continues to underscore Stray Kids' dedication to both their craft and their global audience. Whether the new mini-album will extend their record-breaking streak on the charts remains to be seen, but early response and momentum suggest it is well positioned to do so.

As Stray Kids balance studio creativity with expansive touring plans, their trajectory underscores the increasing influence of K-pop on the international music landscape. The group’s blend of self-production, conceptual storytelling, and cross-continental outreach exemplifies the evolving dynamics that continue to shape the genre’s global appeal. "THIS & THAT" stands as the latest chapter in their ongoing story of innovation and boundary-pushing within the competitive world of contemporary pop music.