The global phenomenon of K-pop continues to rise as the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack secures the coveted number one position on Australia’s ARIA Albums Chart for the second week running, according to the chart dated July 18. This sustained success reflects the genre’s ever-growing popularity and its ability to captivate audiences worldwide.

The soundtrack of the Netflix hit, KPop Demon Hunters, has not only topped the Albums Chart but has also propelled three of its tracks into the top 10 of the Singles Chart: “Golden” ascends to an impressive No. 2, “Your Idol” makes its entrance at No. 6, and “Soda Pop” debuts at an exciting No. 9. This indicates the soundtrack’s widespread appeal and the growing influence of K-pop on popular music in Australia.

Justin Bieber makes a notable comeback with his latest album, Swag, marking his seventh studio release and the first since the 2021 album Justice. This new album debuts at a strong No. 2 on the Albums Chart, while eight tracks secure spots in the Singles Top 50. Leading this impressive lineup is “Daisies,” which has climbed to No. 3. This marks Bieber’s first top 10 hit as a lead artist in Australia since “Peaches” in 2021. With this latest achievement, he has now accumulated a total of 15 top 10 singles as a lead artist, which includes eight No. 1 hits when collaborations are considered.

Debuting at No. 3 on the Albums Chart is JackBoys 2, the latest project from Travis Scott and his collective, Cactus Jack. This album serves as a follow-up to their self-titled debut, which reached No. 5 in 2020. Notably, Scott’s solo career includes two ARIA No. 1 albums: Astroworld (2018) and Utopia (2023), showcasing his significant impact on the music industry.

Following closely, Wet Leg makes an impressive entry with their sophomore album, Moisturizer, debuting at No. 4. This release comes after the British indie rock duo’s chart-topping debut in 2022. Rounding out the top five on the Albums Chart is Lorde with her album Virgin, which continues to perform strongly after its release earlier this month, demonstrating her enduring popularity and influence in the music scene.

On the Singles Chart, Alex Warren’s track “Ordinary” maintains its impressive reign at No. 1 for an astounding 17 consecutive weeks. This remarkable achievement ties it with The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber’s “Stay” (2021–2022) for the second-longest consecutive run at the summit in ARIA history. Unlike “Stay,” which achieved its total in two separate runs, “Ordinary” has maintained an unbroken streak, underscoring its popularity and resonance with listeners.

K-pop sensations BLACKPINK also make a noteworthy return to the Singles Chart with their new track “Jump,” which debuts at No. 12. This latest release marks their eighth entry into the top 40 in Australia, joining the ranks of previous hits such as “How You Like That” (No. 12, 2020) and “Pink Venom” (No. 1, 2022), further cementing their status as one of the leading acts in the K-pop genre.