ÉTAT HER

Stray Kids' THIS & THAT Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200, Ties Rolling Stones Record

Stray Kids' new album "THIS & THAT" topped the Billboard 200 with 369,000 units, making it nine-for-nine at No. 1 and tying The Rolling Stones' historic record.

Stray Kids' THIS & THAT Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200, Ties Rolling Stones Record

Nine for nine, no misses. Every full-length and mini-album Stray Kids has released to date has debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 — a track record that speaks for itself.

The group's latest album "THIS & THAT" topped the Billboard 200 chart dated August 22 (U.S. time), marking their ninth No. 1. According to Billboard, the album racked up 369,000 equivalent album units in the U.S. during the tracking week ending August 13 — Stray Kids' best single-week performance since debut — with traditional physical album sales alone accounting for 357,000 copies.

The milestone ties Stray Kids with The Rolling Stones for nine No. 1s, making them the act with the second-most chart-topping albums in Billboard 200 history, trailing only The Beatles. Billboard also noted that Stray Kids are the first group in history to have each of their first nine charting titles debut at No. 1, and they also hold the record for the most No. 1 albums by any act so far this century.

"THIS & THAT" also posted the sixth-highest weekly equivalent album units of 2026 so far, while its physical sales rank second for the year, trailing only BTS' "ARIRANG." Billboard attributed the strong first-week momentum to a rollout strategy spanning 17 CD and vinyl versions — each including a randomized collectible item — alongside eight digital download versions.

Related

BTS' V Reveals Hearing Loss in Right Ear, Jungkook Completes ARIRANG Tour Despite Injury
Entertainment

BTS' V Reveals Hearing Loss in Right Ear, Jungkook Completes ARIRANG Tour Despite Injury

During a Weverse Live, V opened up for the first time about his right ear hearing loss—now at just 30%—and revealed he's still on medication and monitoring the condition after his discharge. In the same broadcast, Jungkook admitted he completed part of the ARIRANG world tour while nursing a shin injury.

aespa Opens Up About the Exhaustion of Idol Life Ahead of Lollapalooza
Entertainment

aespa Opens Up About the Exhaustion of Idol Life Ahead of Lollapalooza

From the fictional Kwangya universe to their rain-soaked Lollapalooza debut in Chicago, aespa's four members open up about new album "Lemonade" — and drop a rare, honest take on the toughest part of being an idol.

Ariana Grande Opens 10-Night London O2 Run in What May Be Her Final Tour Stretch Before Stepping Back
Entertainment

Ariana Grande Opens 10-Night London O2 Run in What May Be Her Final Tour Stretch Before Stepping Back

On August 15, Ariana Grande kicked off the first of ten London shows at The O2, marking the final leg of her tour before her team announced she'd be "stepping back from the spotlight." The stage recreated the surreal, ruin-strewn world of "Brighter Days Ahead."

'Heroes' Star Hayden Panettiere Dies Suddenly at Age 36
Entertainment

'Heroes' Star Hayden Panettiere Dies Suddenly at Age 36

Hayden Panettiere, best known for "Heroes," the "Scream" franchise, and "Nashville," has died at age 36. Her father confirmed the news in a statement, though the cause of death has not yet been disclosed.

Fans Think They've Cracked the Fake Name Hidden in "Lost Weekend" Credits
Entertainment

Fans Think They've Cracked the Fake Name Hidden in "Lost Weekend" Credits

Phoebe Bridgers just dropped the full credits for "Lost Weekend," her first album in six years, with Alex G, Conor Oberst, and the boygenius crew all on the list. But it's a mystery name called "Son-John Johnson" that's got everyone talking.

Phoebe Bridgers Hosts Listening Party on Roller Skates: Her New Album Lives in Real Life, Not on Your Phone
Entertainment

Phoebe Bridgers Hosts Listening Party on Roller Skates: Her New Album Lives in Real Life, Not on Your Phone

Ahead of the release of "Lost Weekend," Phoebe Bridgers skated around a Los Angeles rink playing the record for fans, while personally explaining why she chose poster campaigns over online hype.