Television is making life difficult for some pop stars these days – from Glee, which has its show compilations regularly ranking at the top of the charts, to international talent shows with contestants whose stories capture the public’s imagination.
To make the point, despite a strong debut last week, Rihanna’s Loud album is listed in third position on the U.S. Billboard 200, pushed back by Scot Susan Boyle, 49, and young American Jackie Evancho, 10, both from their respective talent shows: Britain’s Got Talent and America’s Got Talent.
Interestingly, neither were winners in their respective seasons, both placing second. This week, Boyle’s album sales increased from her 318,000 debut last week to 335,000 this week – a rarity in the business.
Due to its unique and broad appeal in the marketplace, sales are expected to remain steady throughout the holiday season.
However, Rihanna can always console herself with Canada, where her album is perched at number one.