19 Dec 2023, 00:00

As Garth Brooks serenades his devoted fans with his latest musical offering, “Time Traveler,” his legendary album “Double Live” is hitting all the right notes.

In a thunderous crescendo of success, this live masterpiece has snagged a batch of new certifications from the RIAA, reaching a whopping 23-times platinum status.

That’s right, over 23 million units have flown off the shelves, making this album a country music supernova.

Yet, Brooks isn’t just competing against his own triumphs. “Double Live” now stands shoulder to shoulder with rock titans.

Tied at 23-times platinum, it joins the ranks of Pink Floyd’s “The Wall” and Billy Joel’s “Greatest Hits Volumes 1 & 2” as the seventh most-certified album in U.S. history. Cue the standing ovation!

But there is more, so hang onto your cowboy hats. There is an exclusive league of six albums reaching greater heights in the platinum skies before these three chart-topper albums. With a staggering 38 platinum certifications, The Eagles’ “Greatest Hits 1971-1975” is leading the way.

Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” with 34 platinum certifications, is right behind it. “Hotel California,” which has gone platinum 26 times, gives the Eagles yet another big hit at number three.

Sliding in at fourth is AC/DC’s “Back in Black” with a rock-solid 25-times platinum. And just a smidge ahead of Garth Brooks’ milestone, tying for fifth place, are the iconic albums “Led Zeppelin IV” and “The Beatles,” each clocking in at 24-times platinum.

US Certifications (@RIAA): Garth Brooks, Double Live 23x Platinum (23,000,000; album).

— chart data (@chartdata) November 16, 2023

But wait, there’s a plot twist! “Double Live” didn’t just waltz into this rarified air—it skyrocketed. The last time it snagged a certification nod was way back in 2006, earning its stripes at 21-times platinum. Since then, it’s added another two million equivalent units to its illustrious repertoire.

Cast your mind back to November 1998 when Brooks unleashed this powerhouse. It was a lightning strike of success, selling over a million copies within a week of its release.

Straight out the gate, it soared to the peak of the Billboard 200, solidifying Brooks’ status as a country music trailblazer.

“Double Live” isn’t just an album; it’s a living legend in American music history.

Its roaring success not only set records but also etched itself as the pinnacle of live recordings. And now, with its recent platinum milestone, it’s yet another testament to Brooks’ unrivaled impact on the music scene.

From stages to record stores, Garth Brooks’ legacy continues to echo through the halls of music history. And with “Double Live” hitting new platinum heights, the country crooner proves once again that his tunes aren’t just hits—they’re timeless classics.

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