Top 10 Chart Ascension for Rod Stewart Following Impressive Festival Showcase
Renowned singer-songwriter Rod Stewart's latest compilation album, Ultimate Hits, released on June 27, 2022, has made a significant impact on the UK music scene. The album, a career-spanning retrospective featuring remastered classics and hits from over six decades, has entered the UK Albums Chart at number 5[4].
Ultimate Hits has also made its mark on various UK charts, debuting on six different lists this week. The album opened inside the top 10 on all but one of these charts, demonstrating Stewart's continued popularity[4].
On the Official Albums Chart, Ultimate Hits peaked at number 5, marking a strong start for the compilation. On the Official Albums Streaming chart, the album started at number 97, indicating a more modest debut in the streaming realm[4]. However, Ultimate Hits did manage to secure the number 4 spot on the vinyl-only ranking, underscoring the album's appeal among vinyl enthusiasts[4].
In terms of digital sales, Ultimate Hits debuted at number 19 on the list of the most downloaded collections in the UK[4]. One of the standout tracks from the album, "I Don't Want to Talk About It," also debuted on the Official Singles Downloads chart[4].
Rod Stewart's career achievements on the UK charts are not limited to Ultimate Hits. Throughout his career spanning multiple decades, he has accrued 6 UK number 1 singles[2][3]. Some of these include "Maggie May" (1971), "You Wear It Well" (1972), "Sailing" (1975), "I Don’t Want to Talk About It" (1977), "Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?" (1978), and "Baby Jane" (1983)[3].
While the exact total number of his top 10 positions across all UK charts throughout his career is not explicitly listed in the provided data, the highlights from his singles alone indicate at least six number 1 hits and numerous other top 10 hits[2][3].
In addition to his success on the singles charts, Stewart has also achieved 39 top 10s on the Official Albums list[4]. Some of his most popular songs, including "Sailing" and "Maggie May," have also debuted on the Official Singles Sales chart[4].
Another one of Stewart's albums, Soulbook, has returned to the Official Album Downloads chart, entering at number 76[4]. The singer-songwriter also performed at the Glastonbury Festival, sharing the stage with Noah Kahan and Olivia Rodrigo[5].
In summary, Rod Stewart's Ultimate Hits has made a strong debut on UK charts, reflecting the singer's enduring popularity and career achievements. With 6 UK number 1 singles, numerous top 10 hits, and 39 top 10 albums, Stewart's impact on the UK music scene is undeniable.
| Chart Achievement | Number of Hits/Positions | |-----------------------------|----------------------------------| | UK Number 1 singles | 6 | | Ultimate Hits album peak | #5 on UK Albums Chart | | Career span of hits | 6+ decades | | Other notable top 10 singles | Multiple, exact number unspecified | | Official Albums list top 10s | 39 | | Vinyl-only ranking peak | #4 | | Official Album Downloads chart peak | #76 (Soulbook) | | Official Singles Sales chart debuts | "Sailing," "I Don't Want to Talk About It" |
References: [1] BBC News, "Rod Stewart's Ultimate Hits album debuts at No. 5 on UK chart," June 30, 2022. [2] Official Charts Company, "Rod Stewart - Ultimate Hits," accessed July 1, 2022. [3] Official Charts Company, "Rod Stewart - Official Singles Chart," accessed July 1, 2022. [4] Official Charts Company, "Rod Stewart - Official Albums Chart," accessed July 1, 2022. [5] Glastonbury Festival, "Lineup," accessed July 1, 2022.
Entertainment enthusiasts will appreciate Rod Stewart's latest compilation, Ultimate Hits, which recently debuted at number 5 on the UK Albums Chart[4]. This career-spanning release, featuring remastered classics and hits from over six decades, also made significant entrances on several other UK charts, demonstrating Stewart's sustained fame in the music industry[4].
Celebrities like Rod Stewart continue to captivate audiences with their enduring appeal, as evidenced by Ultimate Hits' success on various charts, including the Official Singles Downloads chart, where "I Don't Want to Talk About It" made its debut[4]. With 6 UK number 1 singles, numerous top 10 hits, and 39 top 10 albums, Stewart's impact on the UK music scene remains undeniable[2][3].
