Stray Kids have ignited excitement among fans worldwide with the release of the first teaser for the music video of their title track, Walkin On Water (HIP Ver.). The track leads their much-anticipated new album, SKZHOP HIPTAPE ‘合 (HOP)’, set to drop on December 13 at 2 PM KST (midnight EST).
The album’s title, SKZHOP HIPTAPE, combines the group's acronym “SKZ” with “HIP-HOP,” signaling a bold foray into a fresh genre crafted uniquely by the eight members. The album title, 合 (HOP), reflects their collective artistry, blending the essence of harmony (合, “hap” in Korean) with the vibrant energy of hip-hop.
This 12-track album features a mix of unit and solo songs, offering fans a deep dive into the members' diverse talents. Among the tracks are:
- Walkin On Water (HIP Ver.)
- Solo tracks from the group’s world tour, including Bang Chan’s Railway, Felix’s Unfair, I.N’s HALLUCINATION, Lee Know’s Youth, Hyunjin’s So Good, Changbin’s ULTRA, Han’s Hold My Hand, and Seungmin’s heartfelt 그렇게, 천천히, 우리 (Slowly, Together, Us).
The album also includes three mashup tracks teased in a video released earlier, showcasing Stray Kids’ signature creative flair.
As always, Stray Kids’ in-house producing team 3RACHA (Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han) took the lead, with all members actively contributing to the composition and production process.
Global Success Amidst a Record-Breaking World Tour
Stray Kids continue to cement their status as global stadium artists, currently in the midst of their largest world tour to date. The tour spans 20 major cities across Latin America, North America, and Europe. Notably, performances in Santiago, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Lima, Mexico City, Los Angeles, New York, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, London, Madrid, and Paris have sold out entirely, with additional dates added for select locations due to overwhelming demand.
The group’s remarkable ability to fill stadiums worldwide highlights their ever-growing influence and popularity, further elevating anticipation for their upcoming release.
Fans won’t have to wait much longer to experience the unique sounds of SKZHOP HIPTAPE ‘合 (HOP)’. Mark your calendars for December 13 to stream the album and its title track Walkin On Water on all major platforms!
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