Michael Jackson compilation tops U.K. charts for second week

The Essential Michael Jackson holds the number one position on the U.K. Official Albums Chart for a second consecutive week. The greatest hits collection continues to draw renewed interest following the release of a Michael biopic.

The album leads the chart dated May 15 ahead of Westlife's new compilation at number two. It marks the first time the collection has reached the summit in 17 years, with the previous run ending on the May 8 chart frame.

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Ludovico Einaudi's Solo Piano has debuted at number one on the Official Classical Artist Albums Chart, while Bruno Mars claims the top spot on the Album Downloads Chart with The Romantic. Pat Metheny's Side-Eye III leads the Jazz and Blues Albums Chart, and Sam Fender and Olivia Dean hold the summit on the Physical Singles Chart. These charts, compiled by the Official Charts Company, reflect sales across digital, physical, and other formats for the period ending March 12, 2026.

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