Stray Kids unveils teaser for new song 'CEREMONY' ahead of their 4th album 'KARMA' release on August 22, 2023.
August/16/2025 14:36
Stray Kids has unveiled the music video teaser for their new song 'CEREMONY.' Stray Kids will release their 4th full album 'KARMA' on August 22. JYP Entertainment revealed the teaser for the title track 'CEREMONY' through their official SNS channel yesterday (15th) afternoon, heightening the atmosphere for their upcoming comeback in one week. The teaser is an extension of the album trailer set in the near future of 2081. From 2074 to 2080, the members, who have the qualification to participate in '2081 KARMA SPORTS' as champions of each year's 'KARMA SPORTS,' finally reveal themselves to win once again. Felix is in a study filled with numerous trophies, I.N wears a shining gold medal, Changbin stands in a glamorous jacket in the ring, Bangchan appears in a stadium with a marching band and supporters, Han shows up with the ball featured in the trailer, Hyunjin displays a cool expression in a racing jacket, and Seungmin wears a hockey helmet. Each of the eight members embodies unique characters, stimulating curiosity about the story to unfold. The sensory visual beauty characteristic of Stray Kids' works is also prominent. The futuristic computer graphics and direction overwhelm viewers. Additionally, part of the 'CEREMONY' audio has been revealed, raising expectations for the song. The expression 'Hip hip hooray,' used to celebrate or commemorate something, lingers over a strong and powerful beat. This full album, which will be showcased for the first time in about two years since the release of their 3rd full album '★★★★★ (5-STAR)' in June 2023, includes 11 tracks produced by the group's producing team 3RACHA (Bangchan, Changbin, Han), led by the title track. It will be released simultaneously worldwide at 1 PM on the 22nd (midnight Eastern Time).
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