Stray Kids has unveiled a teaser for the music video of their new song ″CEREMONY,″ which will be part of their fourth full-length album, ″KARMA,″ set to release on August 22nd. JYP Entertainment shared the teaser for the title track on their official social media channels on the afternoon of the 15th. This teaser continues the narrative introduced in the album trailer, which is set in the near future, specifically in 2081.

The teaser showcases members Hyunjin, I.N, Bang Chan, Lee Know, Seungmin, Han, Changbin, and Felix, who are depicted as the champions of the annual ″KARMA SPORTS″ from 2074 to 2080, once again striving for victory. Felix is seen in a classic study adorned with trophies, while I.N proudly wears a gold medal. Changbin stands in a flashy jacket inside a boxing ring, and Bang Chan is surrounded by a marching band and supporters. Han holds a ball, Lee Know sports a racing jacket with a relaxed demeanor, Hyunjin is depicted running energetically, and Seungmin wears a hockey helmet. Each member portrays a unique character, sparking curiosity about the storyline that will unfold.

The music video for ″CEREMONY″ is notable for its striking visuals, characterized by futuristic computer graphics and a captivating directing style. The teaser snippet enhances anticipation for the full track, with the celebratory phrase ″Hip hip hooray″ resonating powerfully over a strong beat.

Recently, Stray Kids returned home after a successful world tour that covered 34 countries and included 54 performances. They will celebrate the release of ″CEREMONY″ with a special performance. The upcoming album, their first in two years since ‘★★★★★ (5-STAR)’ in June 2023, features a total of 11 songs, all produced by the group’s production team 3RACHA, consisting of Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han. The new song ″CEREMONY″ will officially drop on the 22nd at 1 PM (0:00 AM EST).