- By Swati Singh
- Tue, 06 Aug 2024 10:06 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Kpop Wave Dominates Billboards World Albums Chart: The latest Billboard World Albums chart for the week ending August 3, 2024, is abuzz with thrilling new entries and groundbreaking achievements. BTS Jimin continues to make waves with his solo endeavours. His latest album, MUSE, has made a remarkable debut at No. 2 on the World Albums chart and has also secured the No. 2 spot on the Billboard 200. This outstanding achievement cements Jimin's status as the first Korean solo artist to have more than one top 3 entry on the Billboard 200, further solidifying his place in the annals of music history.
Meanwhile, Kpop group Stray Kids has once again demonstrated their unparalleled global appeal, soaring to the top of the World Albums chart with their brand-new mini album, ATE. This remarkable accomplishment extends to the prestigious Billboard 200, where ATE made a triumphant debut at the coveted No. 1 spot.
By achieving this feat, Stray Kids has etched their name in history as the first group from any country to have their initial five charting albums debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 - a rare and impressive milestone that only one other artist has managed to accomplish.
Moreover, STRAY KIDS has dominated an impressive six additional Billboard charts this week, including the Artist 100, Top Album Sales, Top Current Album Sales, and World Digital Song Sales charts, solidifying their position as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.
Additionally, ENHYPEN is maintaining a strong presence on the charts with their album ROMANCE: UNTOLD, which is positioned at No. 3 in its second week on the World Albums chart. The album continues to perform exceptionally well on the Billboard 200, holding a solid spot at No. 21.