King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard to Enter Hot 100
The band will make its first-ever Billboard Hot 100 appearance on the chart dated Oct. 31.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Pop
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King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard is set to achieve its first entry on the Billboard Hot 100 chart on Oct. 31, 2026. The band secured the milestone through a collaborative track featured on the upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI soundtrack.
Why it matters
The track serves as a significant mainstream breakthrough for the prolific group, which has maintained a steady output of 28 studio albums since 2010. Its placement in a high-profile game soundtrack has helped propel the song to national chart success.
The song Flower in a Hurricane accrued 4.6 million U.S. official streams, 1 million radio impressions, and 1,000 digital sales during its debut tracking week.
The players
King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard
An experimental rock band formed in Melbourne that has produced 28 studio albums since 2010.
Justice
A French electronic music duo known for their influence on the electro-house genre.
Tame Impala
A psychedelic music project led by multi-instrumentalist Kevin Parker.
SZA
A prominent R&B singer and songwriter who has achieved multiple chart-topping hits.
The details
The song, which also features Justice, Tame Impala, and SZA, is the ninth release from the Grand Theft Auto VI soundtrack. The band has been active since 2010 and recently marked the milestone by contributing to this multi-artist project.
Timeline
King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard formed in Melbourne in 2010.
Flower in a Hurricane was released on Oct. 15, 2026.
Metrics for the song were tracked during the week of Oct. 16-22, 2026.
The song debuts on the Billboard Hot 100 on Oct. 31, 2026.
The full Grand Theft Auto VI soundtrack is scheduled for release on Nov. 19, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The use of the Grand Theft Auto VI soundtrack as a promotional platform reflects a broader trend of leveraging blockbuster gaming titles to boost music streaming numbers. This strategy bridges the gap between interactive entertainment and mainstream pop charts.
Listeners can access the track on major streaming platforms where it has already gained significant traction. The full album will become available to the public in mid-November for those looking to explore the complete collection of songs.
The takeaway
Collaborative efforts on high-profile media soundtracks continue to be a primary driver for independent bands entering mainstream charts. Listeners should look for similar multi-artist projects as a way to discover new music outside of traditional radio play.
What happens next
The full Grand Theft Auto VI soundtrack is scheduled to be released on Nov. 19, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on current chart trends, visit the Pop section.
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