Zach Bryan's Second Album Tops the Billboard 200, Country Dominance on the Rise
Country singer-songwriter Zach Bryan has earned his second No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart with his latest release "With Heaven On Top", marking a significant milestone in his music career. The 25-track set opened at number one in the United States with an impressive 134,000 equivalent album units earned during the week ending January 15th.
This achievement cements Bryan's position as a force to be reckoned with in the country music scene. With "With Heaven On Top", he has proven once again his ability to create chart-topping hits that resonate with audiences across the nation. The album, which was initially announced as an EP in early 2025, features a mix of acoustic tracks and other genres that showcase Bryan's unique style.
Bryan's second No. 1 album follows his self-titled release in 2023, making him one of the most successful country artists in recent times. The album marks the sixth top 40 set for Bryan, with five of those reaching the top 10. His ability to consistently produce high-quality music has earned him a loyal fan base and critical acclaim.
Other notable releases on this week's Billboard 200 chart include The Kid LAROI's "Before I Forget", which debuted at number six, and Olivia Dean's "The Art of Loving", holding steady at number three.
In a year marked by genre-bending music, the rise of country artists like Zach Bryan is noteworthy. As he continues to push boundaries and create innovative music, it will be exciting to see where his career takes him next.
The Billboard 200 chart ranks the most popular albums in the United States based on multi-metric consumption as measured in equivalent album units. Each unit equals one album sale, or 10 individual tracks sold from an album, or 2,500 ad-supported or 1,000 paid/subscription on-demand official audio and video streams generated by songs from an album.
The Billboard 200 chart has seen a shift towards country music dominance with Bryan's success at the top. It was last observed in February 2024 when Toby Keith's "35 Biggest Hits" re-entered the chart at number one, following his death, and Morgan Wallen's "One Thing at a Time" fell to number two.
The rise of these country artists is reflective of the changing musical landscape, where fans are craving authentic and meaningful music that resonates with them on a deeper level. With "With Heaven On Top", Zach Bryan has proven himself as an artist who embodies this spirit, creating music that not only charts at the top but also touches hearts and minds of his audience.
As the year unfolds, it will be fascinating to see how these country artists continue to shape the music industry and push the boundaries of what's possible in contemporary music.
Country singer-songwriter Zach Bryan has earned his second No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart with his latest release "With Heaven On Top", marking a significant milestone in his music career. The 25-track set opened at number one in the United States with an impressive 134,000 equivalent album units earned during the week ending January 15th.
This achievement cements Bryan's position as a force to be reckoned with in the country music scene. With "With Heaven On Top", he has proven once again his ability to create chart-topping hits that resonate with audiences across the nation. The album, which was initially announced as an EP in early 2025, features a mix of acoustic tracks and other genres that showcase Bryan's unique style.
Bryan's second No. 1 album follows his self-titled release in 2023, making him one of the most successful country artists in recent times. The album marks the sixth top 40 set for Bryan, with five of those reaching the top 10. His ability to consistently produce high-quality music has earned him a loyal fan base and critical acclaim.
Other notable releases on this week's Billboard 200 chart include The Kid LAROI's "Before I Forget", which debuted at number six, and Olivia Dean's "The Art of Loving", holding steady at number three.
In a year marked by genre-bending music, the rise of country artists like Zach Bryan is noteworthy. As he continues to push boundaries and create innovative music, it will be exciting to see where his career takes him next.
The Billboard 200 chart ranks the most popular albums in the United States based on multi-metric consumption as measured in equivalent album units. Each unit equals one album sale, or 10 individual tracks sold from an album, or 2,500 ad-supported or 1,000 paid/subscription on-demand official audio and video streams generated by songs from an album.
The Billboard 200 chart has seen a shift towards country music dominance with Bryan's success at the top. It was last observed in February 2024 when Toby Keith's "35 Biggest Hits" re-entered the chart at number one, following his death, and Morgan Wallen's "One Thing at a Time" fell to number two.
The rise of these country artists is reflective of the changing musical landscape, where fans are craving authentic and meaningful music that resonates with them on a deeper level. With "With Heaven On Top", Zach Bryan has proven himself as an artist who embodies this spirit, creating music that not only charts at the top but also touches hearts and minds of his audience.
As the year unfolds, it will be fascinating to see how these country artists continue to shape the music industry and push the boundaries of what's possible in contemporary music.
. It's always the same old story, a new country artist comes along and suddenly everyone's obsessed with them. Zach Bryan's success just proves that record labels are willing to greenlight any genre that makes bank 
. What about all the talented artists in other genres who deserve some love? I'm not buying into this "country music is back" hype 
he's been grinding hard for years and it's amazing to see his hard work paying off 
this album is like a breath of fresh air, you can feel the emotion and sincerity behind every song 
i love how he's pushing the boundaries of country music and blending in different genres to create something unique 
his fans are so lucky to have an artist who truly understands what resonates with them 
he's literally killing the game right now and i'm not even surprised lol his music is just so real and authentic, you can tell he's coming from a good place 
i mean, have you listened to "with heaven on top" yet? it's literally my new fave album of 2025 
btw, i'm thinking of starting a zach bryan fan club in my chat group 
what do you guys think?
and it's so cool that he's making a comeback with another no 1 album on billboard 200. i mean, have you listened to it? the acoustic tracks are insane 
and it's amazing how he can blend different genres to create something unique.
and it's not just about Toby Keith or Morgan Wallen, there are so many talented artists like zach bryan making waves. it's like people are craving real music that means something to them, you know? 
anyway, i love how country music is making a comeback atm - there's something so authentic about it that just feels good to listen to 
. The fact that he's able to create music that resonates with people on a deeper level is really inspiring, you know? It's like, he's not just churning out hits, he's making music that means something 
so i think its cool that zach bryan is killing the game right now with his new album! 
and the fact that he's pushing boundaries with genres like acoustic tracks and more is a big plus in my book 
. The thing is, Zach Bryan's music isn't your typical "twangy guitar" stuff... he's got depth to his songs and they're catchy too! His ability to blend different styles makes him stand out from the crowd 
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. He's got this unique sound that blends acoustic tracks with other genres, which makes it super refreshing to listen to 
. Plus, the fact that he has such a loyal fan base and critical acclaim is testament to how talented he is 
I just saw that Zach Bryan's album is at number one on the Billboard 200 chart for the second time... crazy! 
It's great to see country music doing well, it feels like a breath of fresh air after all the other genres dominating the charts. Has anyone listened to his new album yet? 
But at the same time, I'm also a bit skeptical about the country music dominance thing 
I don't know, maybe I'm just old-school and don't understand how this modern music industry thing works.
Can't artists just release their music whenever they want now?
zach bryan 2nd album no 1 on billboard 200 chart wow he's got game 
it shows that country music has a new generation of artists who are killing the game 
zach bryan's album is fire btw 134k equivalent album units? no cap 
. I mean, who needs more EDM when we've got acoustic tracks that'll tug at your heartstrings? 
. The rise of Zach Bryan and other country artists is a reflection of the desire for authentic music that speaks to people on a deeper level 
. It's also interesting to see how the Billboard 200 chart has shifted towards country music dominance - does this mean we're moving away from the genre-bending sound of yesteryear? 
And what about the impact on other genres like pop and rock - will they struggle to compete with the authenticity of country music?