Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" holds the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 for a second week, while J. Cole's "Might Delete Later" debuts at No. 2. Tomorrow X Together's "Minisode 3: Tomorrow" opens at No. 3. Hozier's "Too Sweet" and Benson Boone's "Beautiful Things" also make moves on the Hot 100 chart.
Beyoncé's album "Cowboy Carter" remains at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a second week, marking her first repeat at the top since her 2013 self-titled album. Boosted by physical sales of CD and vinyl copies, the album garnered the equivalent of 125,500 sales in the U.S. J. Cole's surprise release "Might Delete Later" enters at No. 2, while Tomorrow X Together's "Minisode 3: Tomorrow" debuts at No. 3.
K-pop group Tomorrow X Together (TXT) delivers a standout performance in their Tiny Desk Korea concert, showcasing their diverse musical styles and signature rock band aesthetics. The group's performance of three songs from their latest album, The Name Chapter: Freefall, highlights their ability to seamlessly transition from new wave-y retro-pop to bassy dance music and even nu metal. With the support of two guitarists, TXT's harmonies and soft-focus feel captivate the audience, making them feel right at home on the Tiny Desk stage.
Bad Bunny's album "Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana" debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, earning 184,000 equivalent album units in its opening week, mostly driven by streaming activity. TOMORROW X TOGETHER's "The Name Chapter: Freefall" enters at No. 3, while Offset's "Set It Off" debuts at No. 5. This marks Bad Bunny's third No. 1 album, and the 21st mostly non-English language album to top the chart.
K-pop group Tomorrow X Together (TXT) continues their narrative of growth and coming of age with their new album "The Name Chapter: Freefall." The album explores the challenges of growing up and letting go, while maintaining a connection with their fans, known as MOA. TXT embraces different genres and concepts, deepening their understanding of music and evolving as artists. They express gratitude for their fans and hope to be a source of consolation and inspiration through their music.
K-pop group Tomorrow X Together made history as the first K-pop group to headline Lollapalooza, drawing a dedicated crowd of fans who traveled from out of state to see their performance. The group delivered a high-energy show with choreographed dances and special guest appearances. The success of K-pop artists like J-Hope and Tomorrow X Together at Lollapalooza has influenced the festival to include more Korean and K-pop acts. Chicago has become a top destination for K-pop tours, and the city's K-pop community has grown with the rise in popularity of the genre. Fans appreciate the camaraderie and caring nature of the K-pop fandom.
Despite the rain, Lollapalooza Day 3 featured energetic performances by Odesza, Tomorrow X Together, and Pusha T. Festival-goers braved the weather with rain ponchos and enjoyed sets from various artists, including Australian DJ Benson and Argentinian rock band Usted Señalemelo. The Chow Town area provided shelter and food options, with iconic Chicago joints like Billy Goat Tavern and Connie's Pizza serving thousands of festival attendees. K-pop fans showed their dedication with Korean flags and fan art for Tomorrow X Together. Overall, the rain couldn't dampen the spirits of music lovers at Lollapalooza.