Stray Kids Rewrite History: First Artist Ever to Achieve 7 Consecutive No. 1 Debuts on Billboard 200

Global sensation Stray Kids has once again made monumental history on the U.S. Billboard charts, solidifying their status as K-pop powerhouses. Their 4th full-length album, 'KARMA,' has debuted at No. 1 on the prestigious Billboard 200 chart for the seventh consecutive time, an unprecedented achievement in the chart's 70-year history. This marks the first time any artist has achieved seven consecutive No. 1 entries directly upon release.

This historic feat is a testament to Stray Kids' unwavering determination over their seven-year journey, driven by their belief in 'carving out their own destiny.' Their latest 'Stray Kids World Tour < dominATE >,' which kicked off in Seoul in August 2024 and culminates in Rome in July 2025, is their largest-ever tour, covering an astonishing 285,000 km – equivalent to circling the Earth seven times. Notably, the group successfully held stadium tours across 12 shows in 9 U.S. cities, unequivocally proving their immense popularity and influence in the heartland of pop music. This represents remarkable growth from their 2022-2023 'MANIAC' tour, which only saw them enter stadium venues during its encore leg, transitioning from arena-sized stages.

In the period between their tours, Stray Kids added four more No. 1s on the Billboard 200, setting a new record in the chart's 69-year history, and made three entries on the Hot 100. They have been honored at major U.S. music awards like the MTV Video Music Awards and Billboard Music Awards, and performed at prominent festivals such as the Global Citizen Festival and Lollapalooza Chicago, expanding their reach to a wider audience. They were the first K-pop artists to perform at venues like Seattle's T-Mobile Park and Orlando's Camping World Stadium, and made history as the world's first artist to hold two consecutive concerts at Arlington's Globe Life Field.

Through 'KARMA' and its title track 'CEREMONY,' Stray Kids further amplified their distinctive musical identity. As a self-producing group, with members Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N actively involved in every album's creation, they constantly push boundaries. 'CEREMONY' showcases their foray into an intense trap EDM genre, a fresh sound for the group. The track itself is a celebratory anthem, acknowledging that their arduous efforts and passion have brought them to a 'paradise' of good karma.

With 'KARMA,' the group broke their own first-week sales record in the U.S., securing their 7th overall No. 1 on the Billboard 200 as of September 6th. This achievement also crowns them as the K-pop artist with the most Billboard 200 No. 1s and the sole K-pop act to top the chart this year. Furthermore, they made waves across 16 Billboard charts, including a No. 52 debut on the Hot 100, No. 1 on Artist 100, and becoming the first K-pop group to rank on the Top Streaming Albums chart. 'KARMA' embodies their firm belief in shaping destiny through choice and action, marking a brilliant culmination of their journey as they approach their 7th debut anniversary in 2025.

Stray Kids is an eight-member K-pop boy group formed by JYP Entertainment through a 2017 reality show. Comprising Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N, the group is celebrated for its self-producing unit 3RACHA, which plays a pivotal role in their music creation. They are renowned for their unique 'Maramat' genre, characterized by its intense and flavorful sound, captivating a vast global fanbase with their experimental approach.