Title: Chuck Berry's New Top 10 Albums Shake Up the Charts
In the past six years, rock and roll legend Chuck Berry's influence hasn't faded a bit. His music continues to resonate deeply with audiences, and remarkably, he's even managing to snag chart successes posthumously. This week, Berry's music graced two Billboard rankings, with both albums finding a spot within the coveted top 10.
Leading the charge is Berry's The Definitive Collection, which boldly debuted at No. 3, tying for his second-highest peak on the Blues Albums chart. This collection joins an exclusive club, sharing this spot with three other releases: Live From Blueberry Hill, Toronto Rock 'N' Roll Revival 1969, and Rockin' Rollin' New Year's Eve.
Meanwhile, The Chess Box also found a home within the top 10, debuting at No. 7. This double victory expands Berry's number of top 10 titles on the Blues Albums chart by 50%, bringing the count up from a meager four to a more impressive six.
Berry's chart-topping feats aren't a new trend either. Prior to this impressive streak, Berry had already claimed three No. 3 spots and one No. 1, back in July 2017. His album Chuck held the throne for a staggering 27 weeks, making it his longest-charting effort to date.
As it turns out, this frame has been a bustling period for the Blues Albums chart, with six artists making their debut. Berry, along with Etta James, Bonnie Raitt, and Stevie Ray Vaughan, among others, have filled up all 15 available spots, making for a very competitive landscape.
It's worth noting that Berry wasn't primarily associated with blues music during his career. His most iconic songs, like "Johnny B. Goode," fared better under the rock and roll umbrella. However, his undeniable influence and timeless music continued to resonate well beyond that genre, making him a true legend in the world of music.
The Definitive Collection from Chuck Berry, featuring his most celebrated hits, saw notable sales and reached an impressive No. 3 on the Blues Albums chart, tying for his second-highest peak. This collection is included in an exclusive club, sharing this spot with three other releases.
Chuck Berry's Chess Box also achieved notable success, debuting at No. 7 on the Blues Albums chart. This double victory has significantly increased Berry's number of top 10 titles on the Blues Albums chart, now boasting six instead of the original four.
Sales for Berry's Definitive Collection have been strong enough to secure it a spot on two Billboard rankings, making it one of the albums finding a place within the coveted top 10 this week.
Berry's Chess Box has also made its mark on the Billboard charts, further showcasing the enduring appeal of the rock and roll legend's music.
The success of Berry's Definitive Collection and Chess Box has contributed to a competitive landscape on the Blues Albums chart. Six artists, including Berry, have claimed spots in the top 10, filling up all 15 available spots this week.
