Beabadoobee Topped UK Albums Chart With Pylon
The singer's fourth studio album reached the top spot in the UK and Australia following its recent release.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Pop
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Beabadoobee has secured a Number 1 position on the Official Albums Chart with her fourth studio release, Pylon. The record also reached the top spot in Australia shortly after its mid-September launch.
Why it matters
The achievement marks the artist's second consecutive album to debut at Number 1 in the UK, signaling a solidified commercial trajectory. It follows the success of her previous record, This Is How Tomorrow Moves, which also topped the chart in 2024.
Pylon, which features 14 tracks, is the artist's fourth studio album and second straight UK chart-topper. It follows the performance of 2024's This Is How Tomorrow Moves, which also hit Number 1 upon release.
The players
Beabadoobee
She is an international pop artist who has released four studio albums since 2020.
Dirty Hit
This independent record label is based in London and represents a roster of prominent alternative and pop artists.
The details
Released via Dirty Hit, the album includes collaborations with Hayley Williams, Brendan Yates, Evan Stephens Hall, Chino Moreno, and Shane Moran. Production contributions came from industry veterans Rick Rubin, Matty Healy, and George Daniel.
Timeline
2020: Fake It Flowers reached Number 8 on the UK charts.
2022: Beatopia peaked at Number 4.
2024: This Is How Tomorrow Moves debuted at Number 1.
17th September 2026: The artist performed a Spotify Hometown show at Bush Hall.
18th September 2026: Pylon was officially released.
Industry Dynamics
The success of Pylon demonstrates the artist's growing dominance within the UK Official Albums Chart rankings. This achievement underscores a clear upward trend in her commercial impact compared to her previous chart entries.
Listeners can stream all 14 tracks of the new album across major digital platforms immediately. The record is also available through the label Dirty Hit for those looking to purchase physical copies.
The takeaway
The rise of Pylon confirms the artist's ability to maintain high commercial interest across multiple international markets. Fans of her evolving sound can expect to see these new tracks featured in upcoming live performances.
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