Concert Review: Stray Kids Light Up Arlington with Electric “dominATE” Tour Stop
by Abhilasha Bhattarai | June 7th, 2025
Stray Kids’ June 7th stop on their dominATE world tour was more than just a concert, it was a genre-defying event that lit up Globe Life Field with a fire only Stray Kids could deliver. With an arsenal of hits and a show of maximalist production, the eight-member powerhouse proved once again why they continue to dominate the global stage.
From the very first moment the lights dropped and the bass from “MOUNTAINS” rolled through the venue, the crowd of STAYs (the groups fanbase name) was immediately thrown into a fever pitch. Pyrotechnics cracked the air as Stray Kids burst onto the stage with “Thunderous,” reaffirming their reputation for starting strong and never letting up.
The energy carried into songs such as “JJAM” and “District 9,” each song layered with complex staging and live VCR transitions that gave the entire show a cinematic vibe. “Back Door” was met with deafening screams, and the momentum only grew stronger when TEAM SKZ took the stage with a mesmerizing dance medley, blending hits like “VENOM” and “S-Class” with crisp, hard-hitting moves that showed off their razor-sharp synchronicity.
Mid-show, the set shifted from adrenaline-fueled chaos to intimate storytelling. Unit performances stole the spotlight: Changbin and I.N’s “Burnin’ Tires” was a gritty, rap-rock anthem that felt born for the stage, while Bang Chan and Hyunjin’s “ESCAPE” turned the arena into a dreamscape of moody lighting and raw vocals. Lee Know and Seungmin’s “CINEMA” added a nostalgic, retro flair—smooth, tender, and emotionally resonant.
“GIANT (Korean ver.)” and the double punch of “Walkin on Water” and “S-Class (VMA ver.)” brought the tempo back up with visuals and thunderous instrumentation. “Lonely St.” and “Cover Me” followed, delivering emotional weight with haunting visuals—an ocean of phone lights illuminating the stadium in soft white glow.
The final act of the main set was a rapid-fire succession of hits: “TOPLINE,” “Social Path (Korean ver.),” “LALALALA,” “MEGAVERSE,” and “MANIAC (MAMA ver.)” brought Globe Life Field to its boiling point. It was chaos, it was catharsis—it was quintessential Stray Kids.
But they weren’t done yet.
The encore kicked off with fan-favorites “SUPER BOARD” and “I Like It,” which felt like a party shared between the group and their fans. “My Pace” and “Blind Spot” reminded everyone of SKZ’s evolution from their early days to their current global dominance. By the time they performed “Stray Kids” and “MIROH,” the crowd was chanting so loudly it felt like the roof might blow off.
Then, just when you thought the show had peaked, they returned—for a second encore. The “Chk Chk Boom (festival ver.)” performance was remixed, explosive, and tailor-made for stadium grandeur. With over 30 songs, dynamic visuals, and passionate fan interaction, Stray Kids’ Arlington show wasn’t just a concert—it was an emotional rollercoaster, a celebration of artistry, and a promise that Stray Kids aren’t going anywhere but up.
