Amyl and The Sniffers Storm the ARIA Chart with Debut 'Cartoon Darkness'

Amyl and the Sniffers turn their heads ARIA Albums Chart this week, debuting at No. 2 with their high-energy third album, Cartoon darkness.

It's a big time for the Melbourne punk rockers, who have managed to climb even higher than their 2019 self-titled debut, which peaked at No.22, and almost level with their 2021 release Comfort To Mewhich reached No. 2. Their chart presence, combined with three ARIA Awards (including Best Group in 2022), marks them as a fierce force on the Australian music scene.

While Amyl and The Sniffers were poised to grab the top spot, it was hip-hop innovator Tyler, The Creator who earned No. 1 with Chromaticity. Released in an unusual Monday schedule, Tyler's album marks his seventh studio effort and his first ARIA Albums Chart topper, narrated by none other than his mother, Bonita Smith. The record features the hit single “Noid”, which debuts at No. 13, along with four other Top 50 tracks. Tyler's star power in Australia continues to grow, building on his previous top 10 albums, with Igor reaching No. 3 in 2019 and Call me if you get lost landing at No. 2 in 2021.

Meanwhile, Australian favorites Sheppard re-enter the chart at No.10 with their fourth album, It's timewhich had earlier peaked at No.8, meaning they've now locked in four consecutive Top 10 albums.

Green Day also makes a splash, with the 20th anniversary edition American Idiot peaking at No. 12. The 2004 classic, which spent two weeks at No. 1 on its initial release, is proving its staying power, especially as fans celebrate its recent reissue.

On another nostalgic note, Powderfinger's Parables about the wooden ears re-enters the chart at No. 36 for its 30th anniversary. Originally peaking at No.51 in 1994, the album now returns as fans reflect on Powderfinger's legacy, including six No.1 albums and a whopping 18 ARIA Awards to their name.

On the singles front, Rosé and Bruno Mars continue their reign at the top with “APT.”, making history as Rosé becomes the first solo Korean artist to hold the No. 1 spot on the ARIA Singles Chart for more than a week from PSY's “Gangnam Style” in 2012.

Bruno Mars also holds steady at No.4 with his Lady Gaga duet, “Die With A Smile”, showing his staying power in the Australian market.

With Cartoon darknessAmyl and The Sniffers remind us that punk is alive, well, and making serious waves on the charts. Their gritty, unfiltered sound resonates stronger than ever, bringing fresh energy to the Australian rock scene and proving they're here to stay.