Stray Kids' I.N captivates fans in solo teaser for new album 'HOP', showcasing emotional depth and unique charm ahead of its release.
November/26/2024 17:14
Stray Kids' I.N served as the first runner for the solo teaser video of the new album 'HOP', captivating fans with his contrasting charm. Stray Kids will release the new format album SKZHOP HIPTAPE 'HOP' and the title track 'Walkin On Water' on December 13. Prior to this, on November 25 in the afternoon, they released I.N's 'Stray Kids 'HOP' UNVEIL: TRACK 'HALLUCINATION' (I.N)' as the first runner through their official YouTube channel, attracting attention. In the video, sculptor I.N walks through a hazy dream, trying to recall someone he can't clearly remember and attempting to sculpt them. His delicate emotional expressions of loss and anguish enhance immersion, showcasing I.N's 180-degree contrasting charm with deep sensibility and a dreamlike atmosphere. Fans can listen to the solo song 'HALLUCINATION', which captivated the audience with intense charm during the world tour 'dominATE', in its official audio and full version, expanding Stray Kids' individuality. The new album includes the title track 'Walkin On Water', as well as 'Bounce Back', 'U (Feat. TABLO)', 'Walkin On Water (HIP Ver.)', and solo performances from each member during the new world tour, totaling 12 tracks including 'Railway (Bang Chan)', 'Unfair (Felix)', 'HALLUCINATION (I.N)', 'Youth (Seungmin)', 'So Good (Hyunjin)', 'ULTRA (Changbin)', 'Hold my hand (Han)', and 'So, slowly, us (Seungmin)'. Recently, they announced the second phase of their largest world tour 'dominATE', informing about 'large stadium solo performances' in 20 regions across Latin America, North America, and Europe, showcasing their presence as a global stadium artist. Additionally, on February 2, 2025 (local time), Stray Kids' 'SLASH' was nominated for the 'Best Compilation Soundtrack For Visual Media' category at the 67th Grammy Awards, included in the soundtrack album for the movie 'Deadpool & Wolverine', continuing their top global activities. The album SKZHOP HIPTAPE 'HOP' and the title track 'Walkin On Water' will be officially released on December 13 at 2 PM (Eastern Time 0 AM).
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