The global music scene continues to witness the unstoppable rise of K-Pop, and the latest Billboard World Albums chart for the week ending March 7, 2026, is a testament to this phenomenon. South Korean acts have completely dominated the top spots, showcasing their immense popularity and dedicated fandoms worldwide. From established legends to rising stars, K-Pop groups are proving that their music transcends borders and language barriers.
ATEEZ Maintains the Crown with ‘GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4’
Leading the pack is ATEEZ, whose latest mini-album, “GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4,” has secured the No. 1 position on the World Albums chart for the third consecutive week. This remarkable achievement highlights the group’s consistent growth and strong international appeal. According to Billboard, the album also achieved the group’s seventh No. 1 on the Top Album Sales chart, boasting an impressive 195,000 in pure sales. Furthermore, “GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4” continues to show strong longevity on the Billboard 200, holding firm at No. 45 in its third week.
Stray Kids and ENHYPEN Show Massive Chart Volume
The sheer volume of charting albums by Stray Kids is nothing short of staggering. The group placed an incredible six different albums in the Top 25 this week. Their latest release, “DO IT,” held steady at No. 3, while older favorites like “KARMA” (No. 7), “合 (HOP)” (No. 11), “ATE” (No. 12), “★★★★★ (5-STAR)” (No. 18), and “ROCK-STAR” (No. 24) continue to resonate with global listeners. This multi-album presence underscores the deep catalog and enduring popularity of Stray Kids.
Similarly, ENHYPEN maintained a formidable presence with three entries on the chart. Their newest mini-album, “THE SIN : VANISH,” held onto its No. 2 position, narrowly trailing ATEEZ. Their previous releases, “ROMANCE : UNTOLD” and “DESIRE : UNLEASH,” also remained strong at No. 23 and No. 25, respectively.
IVE’s Digital Power and BTS’s Enduring Legacy
In a surprising and impressive feat, IVE’s new album “REVIVE+” debuted at No. 19 on the World Albums chart. What makes this particularly noteworthy is that the ranking was achieved through digital performance alone, as the physical album had not yet been released in the United States during the tracking period. This highlights the group’s massive streaming power and growing international fanbase.
Meanwhile, the legendary BTS continues to prove their timeless appeal. Their 2022 anthology album “Proof” stayed strong at No. 4, demonstrating incredible longevity after more than two years. Additionally, their 2020 Japanese album “Map of the Soul: 7 ~The Journey~” re-entered the chart at No. 10, and Jimin’s solo effort “MUSE” marked its 84th week on the chart at No. 21. Rising groups like CORTIS also made their mark, with their debut EP “COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES” spending its 25th week on the chart at No. 5.
References
- Soompi: ATEEZ, ENHYPEN, IVE, Stray Kids, BTS, CORTIS, NewJeans, And ILLIT Sweep Top Spots On Billboard World Albums Chart
- Kpopping: K-Pop Dominance: ATEEZ, Stray Kids, and BTS Sweep Billboard World Albums Chart
- Billboard via MSN: ATEEZ achieve seventh No. 1 on Top Album Sales Chart with ‘GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4’
