South Korean boy group Stray Kids will release their new EP, "THIS & THAT," globally on Aug. 7, 2026 [1].
The release marks a major strategic expansion for the group as they pair new music with a worldwide tour to solidify their international presence.
JYP Entertainment said the project in Seoul, South Korea [2]. The 10-track collection serves as the group's 10th EP [3]. According to reports, the production unit 3Racha participated in the creation of all tracks on the project [3].
The rollout for the new music began earlier this summer. The group released a pre-release single titled "RUN IT" on June 25, 2026, at 1 p.m. KST [4]. This was followed by the release of a surreal comeback trailer on July 8, 2026, at midnight KST [5].
Alongside the music, the group announced the "RUN IT" world tour [1]. The tour is designed to promote the new material and engage with their global fanbase following the digital release of the EP [6].
This coordinated launch of a 10-track EP and a global tour indicates a high-budget push by JYP Entertainment to maintain the group's momentum in the competitive K-pop market [6].
“Stray Kids will release their new EP, "THIS & THAT," globally on August 7, 2026”
The simultaneous launch of a full EP and a world tour demonstrates Stray Kids' transition from a regional act to a global touring powerhouse. By involving 3Racha in every track, the group maintains the self-producing identity that distinguishes them from other K-pop acts, ensuring artistic consistency as they scale their operations for a worldwide audience.
