Sleep Token has achieved a significant milestone by securing its first-ever No. 1 Album on the prestigious Official Albums Chart in the U.K. with their latest release, Even in Arcadia, which debuted on May 16. This remarkable accomplishment marks a pivotal moment in the band’s journey, showcasing their rising popularity and the strength of their musical offerings.
The enigmatic masked metal band previously reached an impressive No. 3 spot with their 2023 LP, Take Me To Eden, reflecting their growing fanbase and critical acclaim. Additionally, they currently boast three tracks within this week’s U.K. Top 40 Singles chart. Looking ahead, the band is set to make a grand appearance at the Download Festival in England this June, marking their first time headlining alongside notable acts like Green Day and Korn, further solidifying their status in the music scene.
Their latest album, Even in Arcadia, has also made a significant impact across various Billboard charts in the U.S., with two standout songs, “Caramel” and “Damocles,” debuting at No. 1 on the Hot Hard Rock Songs chart. Furthermore, the album achieved No. 1 status on Australia’s ARIA Charts on Friday, showcasing its international appeal and the band’s growing influence across multiple markets.
PinkPantheress has reached a career high with her newly released mixtape, Fancy That, which concludes the week at an impressive No. 3. The Bath-born singer-songwriter and producer previously garnered attention with her 2021 project to hell with it, which peaked at No. 20, and her 2023 release, Heaven knows, which reached No. 28. Her continued success signifies her rising prominence in the music industry.
In an insightful conversation with Billboard, PinkPantheress shared her creative journey behind Fancy That, stating, “I aimed to create a project that truly reflected my evolution as a producer. I wanted to blend my previous two projects into one cohesive super project. Much of the production took place in my home in London, where I immersed myself in a diverse range of U.K. music. I drew inspiration from a particular era, including artists like Basement Jaxx and Calvin Harris.”
Meanwhile, Sabrina Carpenter’s album Short n’ Sweet maintains a solid presence at No. 2, while Ed Sheeran’s +–=÷× (Tour Collection) slips one position down to No. 4. Additionally, the beloved indie band The Kooks has celebrated their highest achievement on the Official Albums Chart in 17 years with their seventh LP, Never/Know, which concludes the week at No. 5. This success joins their notable previous top five finishes, including their acclaimed 2006 debut, Inside In / Inside Out (which reached No. 2) and Konk (also No. 2) from 2008.
