Kylie Minogue, the iconic Australian singer and LGBTQ advocate, is basking in the glory of her triumphant return to the top of the charts with her eighth Australian No. 1 album, ‘Tension.’ The album’s success has propelled her to an exceptional feat, marking her fourth consecutive chart-topper, a remarkable achievement in her illustrious career. This accomplishment solidifies Kylie’s status as Australia’s highest-selling female artist.
In response to the fantastic news, Kylie took to Instagram to express her gratitude to her fans, saying, “Baby can’t you feel that my heart is beating … Tension is no.1 in the UK and Australia!!” She continued by thanking her devoted supporters who bought and streamed the album, promising to cherish this moment forever.
ARIA CEO Annabelle Herd hailed Kylie as the queen of the music industry, praising her for her unprecedented success. She stated, “On behalf of everyone at ARIA, and as a superfan, it is my absolute pleasure to congratulate Kylie for her fourth consecutive No. 1 album debut. It’s a thrill to see an ARIA Hall of Fame artist continue to dominate, reinvent, and represent Australian music on such a global scale.”
‘Tension’ also soared to the No. 1 spot in the UK, outselling the rest of the top five combined, according to the UK’s Official Charts Company. This achievement has placed Kylie in the esteemed company of music legends Bob Dylan and Coldplay, as all three artists now boast nine No. 1 albums each. In the UK, only Taylor Swift and Madonna, with 10 and 12 No. 1 albums respectively, surpass Kylie in this remarkable feat.
Kylie Minogue’s enduring popularity was further fueled by the TikTok sensation ‘Padam Padam,’ which garnered significant chart success earlier this year. As the anticipation builds, Kylie is nominated for four categories at the upcoming 2023 ARIA Awards in November, including Best Solo Artist, Best Pop Release, Best Independent Release, and Song of the Year, all for ‘Padam Padam.’ Her enduring influence and resilience continue to shine, making her a true icon in the music world.
