Rock legends Pearl Jam’s new album ‘Dark Matter’ storms into Top Five on Billboard 200 chart!

Welcome to Music Nation 365, your go-to source for all things music news and updates! Today, we are thrilled to share some exciting news about Pearl Jam’s latest studio album, “Dark Matter.” The band has made quite the impact by debuting at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart, dated May 4. This marks their 13th top 10-charting effort, showing their enduring popularity in the music industry.

Dark Matter secured its position on the charts with over 59,000 equivalent album units earned in the U.S. for the week ending April 25, according to Luminate. The album’s success is a testament to Pearl Jam’s continued relevance and strong fan base.

In addition to Pearl Jam’s achievement, Taylor Swift’s latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” made a remarkable debut atop the Billboard 200 chart. With an impressive 2.61 million equivalent album units earned in its first week, Swift’s album has set a new milestone in the music world.

The Billboard 200 chart ranks the most popular albums of the week in the U.S. based on multi-metric consumption, including album sales, track equivalent albums (TEA), and streaming equivalent albums (SEA). Each unit represents various forms of music consumption, such as album sales, track sales, and streaming numbers.

Dark Matter’s first-week success was driven by 52,000 album sales, 7,000 SEA units, and a minimal TEA contribution. Notably, vinyl sales accounted for over 24,000 of the album’s total sales, showcasing the enduring appeal of physical music formats.

The album’s title track, “Dark Matter,” achieved significant success by reaching No. 1 on the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart in March, marking Pearl Jam’s fourth No. 1 hit and their first since 1998. The song has also entered the top 10 on the Alternative Airplay chart, solidifying the band’s presence across multiple genres.

Other notable entries on the Billboard 200 chart include Future and Metro Boomin’s “We Don’t Trust You,” Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter,” Morgan Wallen’s “One Thing at a Time,” and various other talented artists. The diverse range of music styles and contributions on the chart highlights the vibrant and dynamic nature of the music industry.

Luminate, the independent data provider for the Billboard charts, conducts a thorough review of all data submissions to ensure the accuracy and authenticity of the weekly chart rankings. By upholding stringent criteria and standards, Luminate maintains the integrity of the charts and ensures fair representation for all artists.

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