My Chemical Romance, Michael Jackson & More: Highlights of This Week’s Billboard Charts
All of Billboard ’s charts update each Tuesday.
This week's Billboard charts saw some notable entries, with My Chemical Romance making history and Michael Jackson's "Thriller" regaining prominence. The band's 20th anniversary deluxe reissue of "The Black Parade" led it to the top spot on the Billboard 200 for the first time, marking the longest trip to the top for an album. The reissue also helped My Chemical Romance earn their first No. 1 on the chart.
Meanwhile, Michael Jackson's classic "Thriller" climbed back to No. 20 on the Billboard Hot 100, with a 49% increase in digital streams and a doubling of radio airplay audience.
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