Imagine Dragons have made a thunderous entrance into the Official U.K. Albums Chart with their latest album, LOOM, landing as the highest new entry of the week. The Nevada rock band is no stranger to success, with LOOM marking their sixth top 10 album in the U.K., debuting at an impressive No. 5. This achievement adds to their already stellar chart history, including hits like 2013's Night Visions (No. 3), 2015's Smoke & Mirrors (No. 1), 2017's Evolve (No. 3), 2018's Origins (No. 9), and 2021's Mercury – Acts 1 & 2 (No. 7).
Meanwhile, Taylor Swift continues to dominate the charts. Her latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, is sitting comfortably at No. 1 for the eighth non-consecutive week. This remarkable achievement cements the album's status as the biggest release of 2024, having already racked up over 542,000 chart units since its debut in April.
Not far behind, Billie Eilish’s HIT ME HARD AND SOFT climbs a notch to secure the No. 2 spot. The Oscar-winning artist’s third studio album has been widely praised by fans and critics alike, earning its place as one of the standout releases of the year. Eilish's previous chart-toppers, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? and Happier Than Ever, both soared to No. 1 on the U.K. Albums Chart. This impressive track record places her among the elite few who have seen their first three albums debut in the top two positions.
Adding to the excitement, Camila Cabello's new album C,XOXO makes a bold entry at No. 20. This marks her fourth Top 20 entry, following Camila (No. 2), Romance (No. 14), and Familia (No. 9). Cabello’s debut solo single "Havana" reached the pinnacle of the U.K. Singles Chart in 2017, giving her a first solo No. 1 in the U.K.
In another exciting chart movement, Beyoncé's COWBOY CARTER has made a dramatic leap back into the U.K. top 40, climbing 59 places to reach No. 40 following its vinyl release. Earlier in April, Beyoncé made history by becoming the first Black artist to take a country album to No. 1 on the UK's Official Albums Chart. This achievement underscores her versatility and widespread appeal across different music genres.
Highlights to Note:
- Imagine Dragons’ LOOM debuting at No. 5, their sixth top 10 album in the U.K.
- Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department holding the No. 1 spot for the eighth non-consecutive week.
- Billie Eilish’s HIT ME HARD AND SOFT rising to No. 2, making it her third album to hit the top two.
- Camila Cabello’s C,XOXO debuting at No. 20, her fourth Top 20 album.
- Beyoncé’s COWBOY CARTER re-entering the top 40 at No. 40 after its vinyl release.
This week’s Official U.K. Albums Chart showcases a dynamic mix of new entries and chart-topping veterans, highlighting the ever-evolving landscape of the music industry. Whether it's Imagine Dragons continuing their chart streak, Taylor Swift's dominance, Billie Eilish's consistent high rankings, Camila Cabello's bold new entry, or Beyoncé's historic leap, each artist brings something unique and exciting to the table.
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