Music Feature
Popular K-Pop Group Releases New EP Friday, A History of Stray Kids
By Sophia Campbell, reporter
With nearly 12 million monthly listeners, Stray Kids has truly taken the world by storm. Debuting in 2018, they have never stopped making music. With 6 studio albums, 15 EP’s, and 40 singles, they are truly dominating the K-Pop world. They are fresh off their Karma era, having released an album of the same name on Aug. 22, 2025. On Oct. 19, Stray Kids announced their newest EP, “Do It.” This EP is coming out this Friday, Nov. 21. It will have 5 new songs, which the group has teased online. The songs have already been met with amazing support from Stays, their fans. Here is a look at their impressive history and accomplishments.
Stray Kids formed in a unique way, through a reality show! The 2017 reality show of the same name was a survival competition through JYP entertainment. The group originally consisted of 9 members, but one has left since debuting. Stray Kids released their pre-debut single “Hellevator” in 2017, followed by their first mini-album "I Am Not” on March 26, 2018.
Current members include Bangchan, Changbin, Lee Know, Hyunjin, Felix, Seungmin, Han, and I.N. The group has no assigned roles, but Bangchan is known as the leader. The members are similar in age, ranging from 24-28. As of December 2024, Stray Kids has released over 31 million albums. Throughout these albums, the group has sung in multiple languages including English, Korean, and Japanese.
Stray Kids continues to grow each year, proving their talent and hard work set them apart in the K-Pop industry. Their music connects with millions because of their honesty, creativity, and powerful performances. Fans around the world are excited to see what this new EP will bring and how it will shape the group’s next era.
With their strong global presence and loyal fanbase, Stray Kids show no signs of slowing down. As they step into another chapter of their career, one thing is clear: Stray Kids will keep pushing boundaries and inspiring listeners everywhere. Stays can look forward to even more music, achievements, and unforgettable moments in the years ahead.
