'Stray Kids' become 'rock stars that taste like fruit candy'

On the 10th, a press conference was held at Conrad Hotel in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul to announce Stray Kids' new mini-album ``Raku-STAR.''
They made a comeback with their new album ``Rockstar'' after a gap of 5 months, and said, ``With ``5-STAR,'' they have carved out their own unique color.
However, this time we wanted to show STAY (fan name) and many other people the free side of Stray Kids that is typical of Raku-STAR.''
If you listen to it, you'll be able to hear a new side of Stray Kids,'' he said confidently. They released three previous albums, including the album “★★★★★ (5-STAR)” released in June last year.
The work reached number 1 on the US Billboard main chart "Billboard 200". He also became the first K-POP artist to perform on stage as the headliner at Lollapalooza Paris.
In September, "S-Class" won the Best K-Pop category at the "2023 MTV Video Music Awards" held at the Prudential Center in New Jersey, USA.
Awarded. Recently, they became the first 4th generation K-pop boy group to hold a dome tour in a total of five regions in Korea and Japan.
Having shown results on a global scale, what is their next goal? Reno said, ``We
It is thanks to STAY that the three albums he has released so far have reached number one on the Billboard 200. I have never been so happy and happy to have so many people who love me. this
I hope the album does well as well." Seungmin said, ``The very fact that we charted on Billboard is very precious. I still can't believe it.
I was under a lot of pressure while preparing this album, but I hope that this time around, I can convey the joy to everyone by keeping it in line with the concept of ``Rock Star.''
``Stray Kids'' has always had unique titles and ideas, such as the album name and title song. Changbin said, ``We place great importance on the title.
is. It sparked interest and many people asked, ``What is this song? I want people to listen to it and think, For example, there is a song called ``COMFLEX'' this time, but ``Flex'' and ``COMFLEX''
This song is a combination of the words ``complex'' and expresses the confidence that ``complexes can also be flexed and turned into strengths.'' The reason why we are particular about the title is the interesting lyrics and unique word play.
I think that using words and homonyms will make the song much more enjoyable to listen to." Since its debut, “Stray” has grown by accumulating results step by step.
Kids”. Changbin said, ``If you were to move towards your goal alone, you would feel a sense of accomplishment, but you would also feel empty.However, if you move forward together with the members, you will feel encouraged.
The power of Mashi, the synergy is different. We all felt a sense of accomplishment and gained great motivation. After all, STAY members are our biggest driving force. I will work hard to show a good stage.
There are times when I feel sad, but when I feel the reactions, support, and love from STAY members, I feel a sense of satisfaction that cannot be expressed in words,'' he said, expressing his love for his fans.
When asked what worries Stray Kids are having as they take the next step, Changbin said, ``As a producer, I'm looking forward to something new.''
That means you have to do it. Many people had high expectations for this part, and I struggled to live up to their expectations. I think I would have reached my limit if I was alone, but 3RACHA
We share our concerns with members and discuss what we want to do. I think that's why we were able to continue beyond our respective limits."
Also, when asked what kind of flavor he would introduce this time following the previous work's ``Mara Flavor,'' Lino replied, ``Fruit candy is popular these days.''
He then suggested, ``Even though we may look cold and hard on the outside, we are sweet on the inside. Why don't we show ourselves like that?'' Seungmin also said, ``If you think about the taste, it has a deep kimchi jjigae flavor.''
``Because we have experienced the spicy taste, I think we can show off the deep flavor of kimchi jjigae made with bone-in meat soup,'' he said.