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On November 3, the music industry will be inundated with major new releases, as three highly anticipated albums are set to arrive. The competition is fierce as Jung Kook’s Golden, Jimmy Buffett’s Equal Strain on All Parts and Jason Aldean’s Highway Desperado will all be vying for the top spot on the Billboard 200. The question is—who will come out on top?
The most recent addition to this musical showdown is Jung Kook’s Golden. The BTS member revealed that his debut full-length solo album is coming on the first Friday in November, and fans couldn’t be more excited. The album is already off to a strong start, backed by two massive singles. “Seven” made a grand entrance by debuting at the top of the Hot 100 chart and maintaining a strong presence on the tally for months. His latest hit, “3D,” featuring Jack Harlow, also earned a top 10 debut, making it the biggest hitmaker of the three albums.
Jason Aldean is also no stranger to the No. 1 spot on the charts. His controversial single “Try That in a Small Town” faced scrutiny due to its potentially sensitive music video and violent themes. However, controversy didn’t deter its success as it soared to the top of the Hot 100, marking Aldean’s first chart-topper.
“Try That in a Small Town” fronts Aldean’s forthcoming album Highway Desperado, his first full-length in a little more than a year. His last two albums, Macon and Georgia—two parts of a whole collection—both debuted and peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard 200, and now he’s looking to aim higher with this new project.
Jimmy Buffett’s album may not have a chart-topping hit yet, but it’s poised to receive an overwhelming show of support from devoted followers. The tropical country-pop singer’s unexpected passing in early September left a void in the hearts of many. Fans have been mourning his loss and are sure to turn up in significant numbers to honor his first posthumous album, titled Equal Strain on All Parts.
All three of these talented musicians have achieved the coveted No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 in the past. While Jung Kook hasn’t reached this milestone as a solo artist, his success with BTS speaks for itself. Aldean and Buffett have both conquered the charts as soloists, showcasing their individual prowess.
As the November 3 approaches, it’s challenging to predict a clear winner. Each of these musicians boasts a substantial following, and there are compelling reasons why any of them could clinch the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200, so, for the moment, it’s anybody’s race.
Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/hughmcintyre/2023/10/30/jimmy-buffett-jung-kook-and-jason-aldean-who-will-chart-the-no-1-album/