Stray Kids THIS & THAT Comeback: Release Time, Tracklist and Events Near You

Stray Kids’ THIS & THAT era is officially underway, and it has already delivered one of the biggest chart moments of the group’s career.

Released on August 7, 2026, the eight-track album brings together the previously released “RUN IT,” title track “This & That,” new songs including “After You” and “Back Then,” and a festival version of the title track. In the days following the release, Stray Kids also added two separate remix collections and lyric visualizers for the contrasting “This” and “That” versions.

The album then debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, becoming Stray Kids’ ninth consecutive album to top the chart.

Here is everything STAY needs to know about the release, including the full tracklist, official videos, chart results, album versions and upcoming fan events.

Last updated: August 18, 2026. Chart positions and event details may change. Always check the linked official source or event listing before making plans.

THIS & THAT at a glance

Artist: Stray Kids
Release date: August 7, 2026
Release time: 1:00 PM KST / 12:00 AM ET
Tracks: 8
Title track: “This & That”
Label: JYP Entertainment / Republic Records
Listen: Choose your streaming platform
Official music video: Watch on YouTube

How did THIS & THAT perform in the United States?

THIS & THAT debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart dated August 22, 2026. It is Stray Kids’ ninth consecutive No. 1 album and extends their record as the first act whose first nine Billboard 200 entries all debuted in the top position.

The album earned 369,000 equivalent album units in the United States during the week ending August 13, according to Billboard and Luminate. That total included:

357,000 traditional album sales
11,000 streaming-equivalent album units
1,000 track-equivalent album units

It was the group’s biggest US week to date. With nine Billboard 200 No. 1 albums, Stray Kids also drew level with The Rolling Stones for the second-most chart-topping albums among groups. Only The Beatles have more.

The release also debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart, with 357,000 copies sold during the tracking week. That was the second-largest sales week for an album in the US in 2026, behind BTS’ ARIRANG. When streaming and track-equivalent units are included, the album’s 369,000-unit opening was the sixth-biggest overall album week of 2026 at the time of its debut.

The streaming portion accounted for approximately 12.21 million official on-demand streams of the album’s songs. The opening was therefore driven primarily by album purchases, supported by multiple CD, vinyl and digital configurations available during release week.

“RUN IT,” released ahead of the album on June 24, also reached No. 9 on Billboard’s Digital Song Sales chart after selling 2,000 downloads in its first tracking period. It became Stray Kids’ eighth entry on that chart and their sixth top-ten placement.

Read the Billboard report

How did THIS & THAT perform in the UK?

The title track entered the main UK Official Singles Chart at No. 61. It also reached:

No. 13 on the Official Video Streaming Chart
No. 14 on the Official Singles Downloads Chart
No. 15 on the Official Singles Sales Chart
No. 15 on the Official Hip Hop and R&B Singles Chart

The album entered the main Official Albums Chart at No. 80. These results are recorded for the UK chart week dated August 20, 2026.

See the official UK chart history for “This & That”

Watch the “This & That” music video

The official video arrived alongside the album on August 7. You can watch it below without leaving the page.

THIS & THAT full tracklist

RUN IT
This & That
After You
FARMING
I Do
Way Out
Back Then
This & That (Festival Version)

The album moves between the confidence of “RUN IT,” the more relaxed energy of the title track and softer moments such as “After You,” “Way Out” and “Back Then.” As usual, the group’s producing unit 3RACHA, made up of Bang Chan, Changbin and HAN, played a central role in the album’s creation.

The final track gives “This & That” a festival-ready alternative version, making it more than a simple repeat of the title track.

What are the “This Version” and “That Version”?

After the main album release, Stray Kids expanded the title track into two contrasting sides.

“This Version”

The “This Version” lyric visualizer was released on August 10, alongside the This Remixes digital release.

Listen to This & That (This Remixes)

“That Version”

The “That Version” lyric visualizer followed on August 12 with the separate That Remixes release.

Listen to This & That (That Remixes)

Together, the two releases turn the album’s central “this or that” idea into more than a title. Fans can move between different treatments of the same song rather than being given one standard remix package.

Which physical versions of THIS & THAT are available?

JYP announced several physical formats for the album, including:

This Ver.
That Ver.
& Ver.
Truck Ver., released as a limited edition
LP Ver.
Fans Album Ver.
Vinyl editions, including retailer-exclusive colour variants in the United States

US vinyl options announced through official Stray Kids channels included an Orange Marble Vinyl for Target, Tangerine Vinyl for Barnes & Noble and Creamsicle Vinyl for Walmart. Contents and availability depend on the retailer and region, so check the individual listing before ordering.

See the official JYP album preview

THIS & THAT fan events

The comeback was celebrated through listening parties, cupsleeves, album release events and trading meetups across the UK and United States. Release-week gatherings took place in cities including London, Aberdeen, Birmingham, Leeds, St. Louis, Charleston, Columbus, San Diego, Knoxville and Virginia Beach.

The first release weekend may be over, but more Stray Kids events are still coming up.

Upcoming US events

Stray Kids’ THIS & THAT K-pop Dance Class

Friday, August 21 · Meridian, Idaho

Learn choreography inspired by “THIS & THAT” in an all-levels dance class at Motions Dance Studio.

View the Meridian dance class

This & That Comeback Celebration

Saturday, August 22 · Mesa, Arizona

AZ KPOP Social Club and indigenouskpop are bringing STAYs together at Beanchain Coffee for themed drinks, freebies, vendors and a stamp rally.

View the Mesa comeback celebration

THIS & THAT Cupsleeve

Saturday, August 22 · Tempe, Arizona

This free event at BOBA TOKO includes a themed drink menu, photo opportunities, a raffle, vendors and comeback freebies.

View the Tempe cupsleeve

RUN IT: Summer STAYcation

Saturday, August 22 · Winston-Salem, North Carolina

An afternoon pop-up with event cupsleeves, freebies, local vendors, food, boba and photocard trading.

View RUN IT: Summer STAYcation

Event information can change, and new celebrations may still be announced. Check the KpopTracker US event calendar and UK event calendar for the latest Stray Kids listings.

Frequently asked questions

When was Stray Kids’ THIS & THAT released?

THIS & THAT was released on August 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM KST, which was midnight ET.

How many songs are on THIS & THAT?

The album contains eight tracks, including “RUN IT,” title track “This & That” and “This & That (Festival Version).”

Did THIS & THAT reach No. 1 on Billboard?

Yes. The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, earning 369,000 equivalent album units in its opening US tracking week. It became Stray Kids’ ninth consecutive No. 1 album.

Where did “This & That” chart in the UK?

The title track debuted at No. 61 on the UK Official Singles Chart and reached No. 13 on the Official Video Streaming Chart. The album entered the Official Albums Chart at No. 80.

Are there official remixes of “This & That”?

Yes. Stray Kids released This & That (This Remixes) on August 10 and This & That (That Remixes) on August 12. Each release has its own official lyric visualizer.

Are there still THIS & THAT fan events happening?

Yes. Although the first wave of release parties has ended, additional cupsleeves, dance classes and fan gatherings are scheduled after release week. Because details can change, open the individual KpopTracker listing before travelling.

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