Stray Kids are proving their global popularity once again with the release of their second Japanese studio album, GIANT.
Released on November 13, GIANT is the group’s first Japanese full-length album in nearly two years, following THE SOUND in February 2023.
As soon as the album dropped, it topped multiple charts in Japan, including Apple Music, iTunes (overall, pop, and K-pop), LINE Music’s Real-Time Album Top 100, and AWA’s Real-Time Rising Album Top 100.
It also ranked No. 1 on iTunes Top Songs charts in nine regions and iTunes Top Albums charts in 19 regions, including Japan and the U.S. Impressively, GIANT became the first Japanese album by a K-pop artist this year to hit No. 1 on the U.S. iTunes Top Albums chart.
On top of that, the album dominated Oricon’s Daily Album Rankings for four consecutive days, from November 12 to November 15.
To celebrate the album’s release, Stray Kids teamed up with popular Japanese brands like Suntory, Tokyo Dome City, and Spotify for exciting promotional events.
As part of their Stray Kids World Tour "DOMINATE", the group also held three solo concerts at Tokyo Dome on November 14, 16, and 17, creating unforgettable moments for fans.
Since their Japanese debut in 2020, Stray Kids have consistently topped major music charts like Oricon and Billboard Japan. Last year, they became the first fourth-generation K-pop boy group to perform at all four major domes in Japan during their 5-STAR Dome Tour 2023, proving their massive popularity.
Stray Kids are keeping the momentum going with their upcoming album, SKZHOP HIPTAPE "合 (HOP)", set to release on December 13. This new album combines their signature sound with a fresh "hip-hop" concept, offering fans something truly unique to look forward to.
Stay tuned for more exciting updates from Stray Kids as they continue to make waves worldwide!
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