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K-pop rules the charts — and it's not just 'KPop Demon Hunters,' either

K-pop rules the charts — and it's not just 'KPop Demon Hunters,' either

Summary

The K-pop group Stray Kids has reached the No. 1 spot on the Billboard albums chart with their new album, "Karma." This achievement marks their seventh consecutive album to debut at No. 1 in just three and a half years. Other new album entries in the top 10 include albums by Laufey, Deftones, and BigXthaPlug.

Key Facts

  • Stray Kids' album "Karma" is currently the No. 1 album on the Billboard chart.
  • "Karma" sold 296,000 copies in its first week, the second-highest sales of any album this year.
  • Stray Kids have had seven consecutive albums debut at No. 1 on the Billboard chart since 2022.
  • Stray Kids now hold the most No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200 this century, surpassing bands like BTS and Linkin Park.
  • Laufey's album "A Matter of Time" debuts at No. 4, marking her first top 10 album.
  • The Deftones' new album "Private Music" debuts at No. 5.
  • BigXthaPlug's album "I Hope You're Happy" debuts at No. 7.
  • The soundtrack "KPop Demon Hunters" remains at No. 2 after surpassing Morgan Wallen's album.
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