Stray Kids have secured their second music show victory with “CEREMONY,” taking first place on this week’s KBS Music Bank. The group went head-to-head with BLACKPINK’s “JUMP,” ultimately taking home the trophy and further cementing their dominance in the current K-pop landscape.
This marks their second win for “CEREMONY” following their recent triumph on M Countdown. The track is part of their highly successful fourth full-length album, KARMA, released on August 22—their first studio album in over two years.
The numbers speak volumes: according to Hanteo Chart, the album sold over 2 million copies on its first day and surpassed 3.03 million copies within its first week, making it the only K-pop album this year to achieve such a milestone.
On today’s broadcast, Stray Kids brought a sporty, fresh style to their performance, showcasing once again the razor-sharp synchronization and high-level stage presence that fans have come to expect. Each performance of “CEREMONY” has highlighted the group’s growth and perfection as self-producing artists, reinforcing why they are considered leaders of their generation.
Adding to the excitement of the show, IVE’s Rei appeared as a special MC, while IVE also took the stage with a performance of “XOXZ” from their new mini-album IVE SECRET.
Fans were also treated to powerful stages from Sunmi (“BLUE!”)
Joy (“Love Splash”)
In addition to the headlining acts, today’s Music Bank featured a stacked lineup of performers who lit up the stage with their own unique colors. JAESSBEE, AMPERS&ONE, Seventoeight, Madein S, Queenz Eye, iii, Secret Number, Young Posse, Teen Top, 8TURN, AB6IX, CMDM, Cortis, and idntt all delivered exciting stages, showcasing the wide spectrum of talent and fresh energy in the current K-pop scene. Their performances added to the variety and vibrancy of the broadcast, making the show a celebration of both rising artists and established names.
With back-to-back music show wins, record-breaking album sales, and their ongoing global tour, Stray Kids are proving once again why they are at the forefront of K-pop’s new era.