Stray Kids have been in the news for quite some time, after having announced their much-awaited comeback. Now, the K-pop boy group has revealed a new visual concept related to their fourth full-length album titled KARMA.
Most of the visuals are related to the album’s title track, CEREMONY. If reports are to be believed, this much-anticipated album is set to be released on August 22 at 1 p.m. KST (midnight EST).
The striking concept photos
On August 3, JYP Entertainment, the agency associated with Stray Kids, released concept photos of Lee Know, Hyunjin, Felix, Bang Chan, Changbin and HAN via the official social media channels of the group. All of them can be seen confidently channelling the aura of “TEAM SKZ”
The concept photos have a unique combination of formal and sporty styles, as the boys sported mixing blazers with athletic elements to showcase a fresh, bold look. The accessories they wore are also to the point, such as the tape wrapped around their fingers paired with luxurious accessories.
For the unversed, KARMA marks the first studio album of Stray Kids in about two years since ★★★★★ (5-STAR), which was released in June 2023. The new album also comes eight months after the K-pop group’s Billboard 200 No. 1 release SKZHIPTAPE: 合 (HOP).
Meanwhile, the boys recently wrapped up their official Stray Kids World Tour with a final show in Rome, Italy, on July 30, 2025. With this, the band also concluded an impressive 341-day-long global tour.
Fandom celebrates 7th anniversary
The previous week was a special one for Stray Kids as they marked the seventh anniversary of officially naming their fan base – STAY. The fandom’s name was announced on August 1, 2018.
The 2025 Stayweek
Beginning last Saturday, the K-pop boy band held a week-long event titled “2025 STAYweek.”
Their special online surprises on social media included behind-the-scenes footage of the fan meet and greet “SKZ 5’Clock,” held in February. The band also shared videos from their variety show or vlog series, including 2 Kids Room, SKZ Log, and SKZ-Talker Go!
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Stray Kids also shared a teaser video for their upcoming song, 0801, on Friday. This particular song is also scheduled for release on August 22, 2025, as part of the band’s upcoming full-length album Karma.