Peruse of the updated worldwide iTunes tally reveals Queen of Pop Madonna reigning with her latest musical effort – the companion album to her recently released tour documentary, ‘Madame X.’

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Jesy Nelson and Nicki Minaj are off to a fire fuelled start with their new single ‘Boyz.’

The bouncy bop, which samples Diddy‘s ‘Bad Boys For Life,’ has been poured out as the premiere taste of Nelson’s debut solo album following her departure from Little Mix. 

And while the track and its visual has ignited a firestorm of conversation, it seems the chatter is working well for the release’s commercial prospects.

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Lil Nas X‘s debut album ‘Montero’ arrived today to rapturous applause from fans and critics alike.

Led by chart-topper ‘Montero (Call Me By Your Name)’ and follow-up smash ‘Industry Baby,’ the set has been supported by what has been deemed one of the most well-executed marketing campaigns in recent memory.

Indeed, the set’s infectious music has been paired with high-octane performances and Nas’ quirky use of social media – which he has cleverly used as a potent promotional tool.

The masses have watched on and marveled as the performer played up being “pregnant” with the long-awaited LP. Each stage – from the announcement to the baby shower to the labor and delivery all were comically chronicled.

All, it seems, has created the perfect storm of buzz around the project.

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Aaliyah favorites ‘Rock the Boat’ and ‘Try Again’ are among many gems from her discography being spun again and again after their long-awaited arrivals to digital platforms.

So much so, they’re besting the sales performances of songs 20 years their junior!

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15 years after first topping the Billboard 200, Justin Timberlake‘s sophomore solo LP (and arguable magnum opus) ‘FutureSex/LoveSounds’ found itself in a familiar position this week when it was listed among the top-selling albums in the country.

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BTS & Megan Thee Stallion, possibly 2021’s most unlikely pairing, have seen their names propelled to the top of real-time sales tallies worldwide thanks to their updated joint take on the former’s smash, ‘Butter.’

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If real-time iTunes charts determine if an artist has a hit on their hands, then Lorde‘s ‘Solar Power’ may very well be her next big-hit album.

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After a 20 year absence from the retail landscape, Aaliyah‘s music made a triumphant return to the marketplace today.

The icon’s label Blackground Records has relaunched and is rolling out her material incrementally.

First up is 1996’s smash hit LP ‘One In A Million’ and, based on its out-of-the-gate performance, it’s clear its title is exactly how the masses see the late singer.

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Tinashe‘s latest album, ‘333,’ is dialing in to the top of real-time digital sales charts!

The 16-song set – which boasts features from the likes of Jeremih, Kaytranada, Kaash Paige, Absolutely, Wax Motif, Buddy, and more – soared onto digital shelves August 6 after ample teasing via its singles ‘Pasadena,’ ‘Bouncin,’ and more.

Now, just a day after its release, it’s showing promising signs as it’s moseyed to the top 5 of multiple current iTunes charts.  Details inside:

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Bruno Mars and Anderson . Paak are rolling ahead full steam with their newest Silk Sonic single ‘Skate.’

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Normani and Cardi B are off to a fire-filled start with their scorching new single ‘Wild Side.’

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If real-time iTunes charts are anything to judge by, the whole world couldn’t wait to get its hands on ‘Planet Her’ – the third studio album from Doja Cat.

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