Within weeks of wrapping up their record-breaking DominATE shows this summer including two sold out nights at London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the Korean band released a new album, Karma. This marks their second album in under a year, alongside a new EP and a 12-track mixtape featuring solo tracks from each member.
They also made their debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe through a cameo in Deadpool & Wolverine, contributing the song 'Slash' to the soundtrack. Their activities placed them as the fifth biggest selling act globally last year, just behind Taylor Swift and Drake.
What sets them apart from many K-pop groups is their involvement in writing and producing their own material. We split up the parts as much as we could and shared the work among the members, said Han, a member who has more than 170 production and writing credits.
Despite the intensity of their schedule, Stray Kids embraces challenges, evident in their diverse musical styles showcased in Karma, mixing everything from Brazilian funk to pop-punk vibes.
However, when asked about their remarkable success, the octet teammates expressed humility. Bang Chan stated, Successful is a really strong word and I honestly do not have the confidence to judge if we are indeed successful or not.
In an era where K-pop stardom is fraught with pressure, Stray Kids maintain a focus on connection and creativity, favoring collaboration and fun over negativity.
Their most recent accomplishments include selling 1.2 million tickets during their DominATE World Tour and making history by debuting at number one with each of their first seven albums in the US.
Despite their fame, they remain grounded, emphasizing their aspiration to build a lasting legacy in the music industry, aspiring to be recognized as one of the longest-lasting groups.
