The group BTS's live album has dominated the upper ranks of the US Billboard chart.
According to the latest chart released by the American music media Billboard on the 29th (as of August 2), BTS's live album 'Permission to Dance on Stage - Live' entered the main album chart 'Billboard 200' at number 10. With this, BTS has placed a total of 8 albums in the top 10 of this chart, setting a new record for Korean artists.
Following its achievement of 1st place in the 'World Albums' category, the album also secured 2nd place in both the 'Top Album Sales' and 'Top Current Albums' charts.
The tracks from the album swept the 'World Digital Song Sales' chart, taking all top 10 spots and showcasing an overwhelming presence. 'Permission to Dance - Live' (1st), 'ON - Live' (2nd), and 'FIRE - Live' (3rd) were among the top ranks. It is the first time that live versions of songs have lined up in this chart by BTS.
BTS's solo works continue to enjoy steady popularity on the 'Global 200' and 'Global (excluding the US)' charts. J-Hope's solo single 'Killin' It Girl' (81st), Jin's mini album 2 title track 'Don't Say You Love Me' (112th), Jimin's solo album 2 title track 'Who' (134th), and Jungkook's solo single 'Seven' (151st) have made it onto the 'Global 200'. These songs are ranked 45th, 48th, 79th, and 82nd respectively on the 'Global (excluding the US)' chart.
[Ji Seung-hoon, Star Today Reporter]
