Key Highlights
- Lily Allen’s fifth studio album “West End Girl” vaults 93 spots midweek to possibly claim the top spot.
- The Molotovs, led by Matthew and Issey Cartlidge, sit at Number 2 with their debut album “Wasted On Youth.”
- Multiple artists are expected to achieve career highs in the UK Albums Chart this week.
Lily Allen’s Comeback Bid for Top Spot
Could Lily Allen finally break through and claim her long-awaited Number 1 album? Her fifth studio effort, “West End Girl,” is making a strong push into the top spot this week. The Official Charts Company has tracked it midweek at an incredible 93 places up from its previous position on digital formats only.
Allen’s career in the UK hasn’t been short of accolades and chart successes, but “West End Girl” seems to be a comeback bid.
It would join her earlier hits like “It’s Not Me, It’s You” (2009) and “Sheezus” (2014). However, it’s not just Allen who is making waves in the charts this week.
The Molotovs’ Debut Album to Contend
London duo The Molotovs, comprising siblings Matthew and Issey Cartlidge, are sitting closely behind at Number 2 midweek. Their debut album “Wasted On Youth” is set to challenge Allen for the top spot. The Molotovs’ support slot on YUNGBLUD’s IDOLS World Tour this April might help boost their visibility as they navigate the competitive UK charts landscape.
Their proximity to the top spot suggests a fierce competition, especially with an established artist like Lily Allen trying to reclaim her chart-topping form. The Molotovs’ rise could be seen as a testament to the current climate of independent and alternative music gaining traction in the UK market.
Other Artists Aiming for Career Highs
Liverpudlian rock outfit Cast is set to achieve their highest-charting album in 29 years with “Yeah Yeah Yeah (4).” The group hopes this release will match their previous best of Number 3, achieved back in 1997. Similarly, Kula Shaker could see their eighth studio LP “Wormslayer” at Number 5 midweek, potentially marking their best performance in 30 years.
Other artists like Michael Jackson’s 2003 compilation “The Singles,” Status Quo’s solo work, and the debut album of Only The Poets are also making significant strides. Each hopes to claim a place among their career highs as they prepare for their respective releases or upcoming performances.
Final Thoughts
The UK Albums Chart this week is shaping up to be one of the most competitive yet, with multiple artists aiming for chart-topping success. Whether it’s Lily Allen’s comeback bid, The Molotovs’ debut album, or other established acts pushing their own career highs, the race is on.
