BigXthaPlug, Sombr, Dominic Fike and Mariah the Scientist Dominate Spotify Chart This Week
A truly amazing week for the rising talents of rap, soul, and indie rock. Listen to the top trending albums on Spotify this week.
Four emerging artists have claimed major positions on Spotify’s Top Albums Debut USA chart for August 22-24, 2025, signaling a shift toward fresh voices and authentic artistry in the streaming era.
BigXthaPlug continues his meteoric rise with I Hope You’re Happy securing third position, cementing his status as one of hip-hop’s most promising new voices.
At number two, 
Sombr has achieved a remarkable breakthrough with I Barely Know Her, a debut album that has captivated critics and fans with its uniquely mature sound.
Dominic Fike proves his evolution from internet curiosity to legitimate chart force with ROCKET at eighth place. The Florida artist has successfully navigated post-viral fame, showing his initial breakthrough was the beginning of a substantial artistic journey.
Mariah the Scientist’s Hearts Sold Separately claims seventh position, marking another milestone in the Atlanta artist’s steady R&B ascent. Her sophisticated approach to contemporary soul music, combined with deeply personal lyrics exploring love, loss, and self-empowerment, has established her as one of the genre’s most compelling new voices.
Spotify’s Top Albums Debut USA chart:
- A Matter of Time - Laufey
- I Barely Know Her - sombr
- I Hope You’re Happy - BigXthaPlug
- Private Music - Deftones
- KARMA - Stray Kids
- KIARI - Offset
- Hearts Sold Separately - Mariah the Scientist
- ROCKET - Dominic Fike
- Live Laugh Love - Earl Sweatshirt
- FREE - Kid Cudi