Stray Kids unveil THIS & THAT, their first mini album of 2026, accompanied by a spectacular music video that highlights the group’s creative vision and the production talents of 3RACHA.
Stray Kids have once again taken centre stage in the global music scene with the release of THIS & THAT, their highly anticipated first mini album of 2026. The South Korean group begin a new chapter in their career with a project that blends the energy that has defined their success with an impressive musical and visual evolution, reinforcing their status as one of the biggest names in K-pop today. Alongside the album, the group also premiered the official music video for This & That, a cinematic production filled with striking contrasts and symbolic imagery that expands the band’s creative universe.
The new release follows the early arrival of RUN IT, a pre-release single that had already generated enormous excitement among fans. With the full mini album now available, Stray Kids deliver a collection of eight tracks that showcase different musical styles while staying true to the identity that has made them one of the industry’s most influential groups.
The tracklist includes RUN IT, This & That, After You, FARMING, I Do, Way Out, Back Then, and a special Festival Version of This & That, featuring artist Tele. Across just over twenty-five minutes, the group explores a wide range of sounds, balancing powerful, high-energy tracks with more melodic moments that demonstrate their remarkable versatility.
The centrepiece of the project is undoubtedly This & That, a song built around a dynamic structure where rap verses seamlessly alternate with melodic vocals. Its infectious hook and energetic rhythm deliver a message centred on ambition, confidence and embracing every opportunity that lies ahead. The composition reflects the philosophy of continuous growth that has been part of Stray Kids’ identity since their debut.
One of the group’s defining strengths remains the direct involvement of its members in creating their own music. Bang Chan, Changbin and Han, who make up the creative production unit 3RACHA, wrote and produced the title track while also playing a key role in the production of every song on the mini album. This artistic independence continues to set Stray Kids apart in the highly competitive K-pop industry.
Thanks to this in-house creative process, the group maintains a distinctive and instantly recognisable sound while constantly introducing fresh influences and new musical structures that enrich each release. The ongoing contribution of 3RACHA ensures that every project reflects the members’ own artistic vision, giving Stray Kids a unique creative identity rarely seen in today’s music landscape.
The release of the This & That music video completes the album experience with an ambitious visual production. The video brings the song’s concept to life through a sequence of dramatically different settings that evolve in perfect sync with the music. Industrial locations, futuristic corridors, warehouses, neon lighting and digital effects combine to create a visually captivating narrative that symbolises the limitless possibilities explored throughout the title track.
