Let me tell you, Itunes blew up my email account last week. “Your pre-order is available for download…. Your pre-order is available for download….” Like I would forget to download the albums I’ve been waiting for all summer. Hardly.
At the end of the day, top honors go to Kanye West.
He is probably the worlds sorest loser and most habitually outspoken rap artist. Still, you gotta hand it to him, his outspoken music is groundbreaking and if he’s a sore loser, its not undeserved. This week he’s a winner where it counts. His second album, “Graduation”is #1 selling 971k copies, proving he is “Stronger” than the competition. His single of that name took the top spot and the new tune “Good Life,” also debuted impressively at #14.
50 Cent, who infamously promised to bow out of the solo spotlight if he lost the hyped head-to-head has not made a comment yet about his failure. On the other hand, just under 700k copies of “Curtis” flying off the shelves is not something to cry over. He may already have stumbled through three mediocre singles but, “Ayo Technology” with Justin “the savior” Timberlake is hitworthy. I’ve officially been converted, just call me “New Age.”
Third place and still strong goes to Kenny Chesney, country heart throb and former hubby to Renee Zellweger. I’m a big fan of “Wife and Kids,” a heart-breaking tribute to what he’s yet to accomplish in his life. Another winner for the most attractive bald man in the business.
In the world of 99 cent iTunes songs and AOL streaming music, its refreshing to watch the album make a comeback. Combined the three music studs sold almost two million records. Thats two million cd’s this week that people actually PAYED for. With real dollars and/or paypal clicks. Incredible.
The fall looks promising for music. I’m talking about you Celine, Mariah and Madonna.
Go ahead iTunes, fill up my inbox. I’m game.
