The Jesea Lee Show Ghost's New Album Breaks Record on Billboard
May 6, 2025
Ghost makes history with their new album topping the Billboard 200, marking a significant moment for rock music. The discussion dives into whether Ghost should be classified as hard rock and the rise of newcomers like Sleep Token. The episode also touches on System of a Down's Spotify drama and Lady Gaga's record-breaking concert. Humor fills the air with anecdotes about music festivals and nostalgic pizza spots, blending the serious and the silly in a lively conversation about the evolving music scene.
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Ghost's Chart-Topping Vinyl Surge
- Ghost's album 'Skeleta' is the first hard rock album in over four years to top the Billboard 200 chart.
- 89% of its sales were physical, highlighting strong vinyl demand in 2025.
Ghost's Rock vs. Metal Debate
- Debate exists if Ghost is truly hard rock or metal, but their music fits broad metal definitions.
- Soft vocals and falsetto do not disqualify a band from being metal.
Modern Rock's Chart Resurgence
- Ghost is a modern-era rock band topping charts, first since AC/DC in 2020.
- This success signals a bright future for new rock bands in mainstream music.