Stray Kids Unveils New Information About Their Upcoming Fourth Album ‘KARMA’ Set for Release in August

Stray Kids Set to Release Fourth Album “KARMA”on August 22

On Friday, JYP Entertainment revealed that popular K-pop group Stray Kids will unveil their highly anticipated fourth full-length album, titled KARMA, on August 22. This marks the group’s return to the music scene with a full album after more than two years, indicating their growing presence in the global music industry.

Launch Details and Teaser Trailer

The official release is set for 1 p.m. KST, which corresponds to midnight Eastern Time, making it highly accessible for fans in the United States. Alongside this announcement, a futuristic teaser trailer was released, transporting viewers to the year 2081 under the theme “2081 KARMA SPORTS.”The visually stunning and cinematic trailer showcases all eight members—Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I. N.—portraying past champions from the years 2074 to 2080 as they vie for yet another championship title in a competition echoing global sporting events like the Olympics and the World Cup, all presented in Stray Kids’ distinctive flavor.

A Milestone for Stray Kids

The upcoming launch of KARMA stands as a notable milestone for Stray Kids, positioning it as their first full-length project since their album ★★★★★ (5-STAR), released in June 2023. The timing of this release is particularly relevant, occurring just after the conclusion of their expansive “dominATE”world tour, which spanned 34 cities and wrapped up on July 30 in Rome.

Physical Album Formats and Pre-orders

KARMA will be made available in a variety of physical formats, including COMPACT, KARMA, ACCORDION, CEREMONY, HOORAY, and WeZOO versions. Furthermore, vinyl enthusiasts can look forward to three exclusive variants: Crystal Clear (available at Target), Graphite (exclusive to Stray Kids Shop), and Clear Sapphire. Pre-orders are currently open through multiple platforms.

Social Media Buzz and Global Reach

The announcement and subsequent trailer have sparked significant excitement across social media, with the trailer trending on YouTube in 78 countries, including South Korea, the U. S., U. K., France, and Japan. Impressively, it climbed to the top of YouTube’s global music video charts within mere hours of its release.

Breaking Records and Upcoming Celebrations

This latest comeback follows Stray Kids’ historic achievement of being the first group in Billboard 200 history to have six consecutive albums debut at number one. In the lead-up to the album’s release, fans can look forward to special content, including a week-long celebration titled “2025 STAYweeK”in honor of their fan club milestone. This promotional period will feature a series of images, music video teasers, and behind-the-scenes content throughout August.

Musical Themes and Production

KARMA is set to showcase Stray Kids’ signature high-energy sound while delving into compelling themes such as fate, competition, and consequence. Continuing their tradition of self-production, the group’s internal team, 3RACHA—comprising Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han—will take the lead on the album’s creative direction, further solidifying their reputation as a self-sufficient musical entity.