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Twenty One Pilots prove rock's not dead atop the 'Billboard' albums chart

Twenty One Pilots prove rock's not dead atop the 'Billboard' albums chart

Summary

Twenty One Pilots' album "Breach" hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart, marking a notable comeback for rock music. The album sold 200,000 units, with 169,000 from sales including 72,000 on vinyl. Ed Sheeran's "Play" debuted at No. 5, while streaming continues to play a significant role in album rankings.

Key Facts

  • "Breach" by Twenty One Pilots is the No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart.
  • The album sold 200,000 equivalent units, with 169,000 from sales.
  • 72,000 of the album's sales were vinyl records.
  • This is the biggest rock debut since Tool's "Inoculum" six years ago.
  • Twenty One Pilots last topped the albums chart in 2015 with "Blurryface."
  • Ed Sheeran's "Play" debuted at No. 5 with 71,000 equivalent units.
  • Streaming significantly impacts chart rankings, as seen with new artists like sombr.
  • "Golden" by HUNTR/X is No. 1 on the Hot 100 singles chart for the sixth week.
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