The countdown to the summer's most anticipated comeback has officially entered a new phase. On the heels of selling out their massive five-night kickoff residency at the KSPO Dome, Stray Kids has officially shared the online digital cover artwork for their upcoming 10th mini-album, THIS & THAT.
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Set for a global digital and physical release on August 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM KST (12:00 AM EST), the online cover sets a bold visual tone for their first major comeback campaign of 2026.
The Aesthetic Shift: Inside the Visual Elements of "THIS & THAT"
Following the high-velocity, industrial adrenaline of their pre-release electronic single "RUN IT," the THIS & THAT online cover introduces a fascinating, multi-layered visual identity. The design masterfully balances contrasting conceptual elements:
- Dual Concept Direction: The visual layout directly embodies the binary theme of the album's title—juxtaposing retro, analog warmth with sharp, futuristic cyberpunk structures. This "dual universe" aesthetic mirrors the group's signature musical duality, balancing raw, self-produced hip-hop energy with sophisticated vocal melodies.
- Warm Coffee & Cold Tech: The design integrates cozy, casual motifs (teased in the members' individual "cafe" concept photos) with stark, modern graphic typography. This surreal blend represents a comfortable, free-spirited haven that unfolds the moment one enters the Stray Kids musical universe.
Gear Up for August 7: Pre-Save and Pre-Order Frameworks
With initial demand metrics threatening to break existing pre-order records, JYP Entertainment has officially opened global digital pre-saves alongside physical album pre-orders.
To secure your copy and contribute directly to the first-week global chart tracking pools (including Hanteo, Circle, and Billboard), fans can utilize the newly updated
Physical Album Configurations
The physical rollout is designed to cater to both casual listeners and dedicated collectors with several unique pressings:
- Standard Versions ("THIS" & "THAT"): Featuring an 80-page photobook, a 20-page "Mix & Match" photobook, collectible magnetic stickers, member ID cards, and random unit photocards.
- Individual Member Editions ("& VER."): Eight member-specific versions packaged in customized envelopes, each including 2 Mini CD-Rs, personalized photobooks, and exclusive lyric sheets.
- Limited Edition VINYL ("Solar Eclipse" LP): A premium, highly limited vinyl edition designed for audiophiles, featuring customized marbled wax and exclusive print inserts.
Step Into the Universe
The gateway is officially open! Make sure to lock in your digital pre-saves across Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music to have THIS & THAT instantly added to your library the millisecond it drops on August 7. Keep your eyes locked on the group's official scheduling timetables as the countdown to the official music video teasers begins!