Stray Kids rev up summer plans with new single, album and world tour

Stray Kids' teaser image for the digital single "RUN IT"/ Courtesy of JYP Entertainment

Stray Kids are looking at a busy summer schedule, unveiling plans for a new digital single, a full album and a world tour.

JYP Entertainment said Monday that the group will release the digital single "RUN IT" at 1 p.m. Tuesday.

A teaser video released through the group's official social media channels portrays the eight-member act as trailblazing figures moving confidently toward a larger stage, weaving references to the group's heritage into a striking black-and-white visual narrative.

According to JYP Entertainment, "RUN IT" captures the expansive energy of a group that has built its identity through self-produced music and established a distinct presence in the global music market.

The song is expected to serve as an anthem reflecting Stray Kids' relentless drive to push beyond existing boundaries and reach wider audiences.

Anticipation grew further with the announcement of a new album, "THIS & THAT," scheduled for release at 1 p.m. on Aug. 7.

The album will mark Stray Kids' first record release of 2026 and their first album in about nine months since "SKZ IT TAPE 'DO IT,'" released in November 2025.

"RUN IT" will also be included on the upcoming album.

The teaser concluded with news of a new world tour, "Stray Kids World Tour ," which will follow the group's largest tour to date, "Stray Kids World Tour ." That tour concluded in October 2025 after 56 shows across 35 cities.

Additional details about the tour will be announced later.

This article was published with the assistance of generative AI and edited by The Korea Times.