And what’s even more remarkable is that they’re not even owned by Clear Channel. Sorry, one week later and we still can’t shake that whole convention thing.
Yes, folks, MCA’s blink-182 dominated this week’s album chart, as their tastefully titled "Take Off Your Pants and Jacket" sold just south of 380k. There are disposable bands who initially connect with a youthful demographic and are then abandoned on subsequent releases when that demographic moves on—BUT THIS AIN’T ONE OF ’EM.
Tony Bazemore of AEC raved: "They debuted at #1 with us, and we continue to see huge reorders. We expect it to be one of the big sellers of the summer." Tony then proceeded to take off his pants and jacket in tribute to the sales feat. Try not to visualize it, folks.
But it wasn’t just blink, kiddies. Check out the #6 debut for Atlantic’s Sugar Ray and the incredible resurgence of WB’s Linkin Park, who jump 13-7.
This week’s Top Five is rounded out by Elektra’s Staind at #2, Columbia’s Destiny’s Child at #3, Interscope’s "Moulin Rouge" ST at #4 and Fo’ Reel/Universal’s St. Lunatics at #5.
Looking ahead to next week, Shady/Interscope’s D-12 is gonna be absolutely gargantuan.
"D-12 has gone out huge for us," said Bazemore, whose counting deficiencies forced him to call the band "D-10." "This is an Eminem record pure and simple. His fans are going to be out in force, and we’re already seeing big reorders."
In a related story, blink-182 has recorded a special HITS-only version of their album called "Take Off Your Pants and Try to Find It."
THE COUNT: COLDPLAY IS HOT, COUNTRY'S COOKIN' IN THE U.K.
The latest tidbits from the bustling live sector (3/28a)
SONG REVENUE:
A STYLISTIC STEW MC, divas and singer-songwriters rub elbows. (3/28a)
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THE NEW UMG
Gosh, we hope there are more press releases.
TIKTOK BANNED!
Unless the Senate manages to make this whole thing go away, that is.
THE NEW HUGE COUNTRY ACT
No, not that one.
TRUMP'S CAMPAIGN PLAYLIST
Now 100% unlicensed!
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