On August 13, Billboard confirmed that K-pop group Stray Kids has taken their new EP 'This & That' to No. 1 on the Billboard 200, the most prestigious album chart in the United States. This marks the group's ninth time reaching the top spot on the chart.
According to Billboard, this achievement further cements Stray Kids' status as one of the most successful K-pop acts in the U.S. market today. The group debuted in 2018 and quickly gained attention with their powerful and distinctive musical style.
Prior to 'This & That', Stray Kids had eight albums that topped the Billboard 200, including notable releases such as 'MAXIDENT', '5-STAR', and 'ROCK-STAR'. Their consistent high chart performance internationally demonstrates the group's enduring appeal to global fans.
The achievement comes amid the continued global expansion of K-pop, with multiple Korean acts setting historic milestones in major markets like the U.S. and Europe.
