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This is the reason why the Heated Rivalry soundtrack is making chart history in the United States

The television series album has achieved a chart milestone not seen in more than a decade

This is the reason why the Heated Rivalry soundtrack is making chart history in the United States
Carlos Gaviria
Carlos Gaviria

The soundtrack for the television series Heated Rivalry has made an impressive debut on the Billboard charts. Following the release of its CD and vinyl editions on July 10, 2026, the album entered the Billboard 200 at #8 on the chart dated July 25, 2026. During its first week, it earned 41,000 equivalent album units, with all of those coming from album sales in the United States. The release also reached #1 on the Soundtracks, Vinyl Albums, and Indie Store Album Sales charts while ranking #2 on Top Album Sales.

This achievement is significant because Heated Rivalry became the first television series soundtrack to debut inside the Billboard 200 top 10 in more than ten years. The last soundtrack to obtain a similar chart run was Empire in 2015. Meanwhile, the show’s album includes popular songs featured throughout the series along with composer Peter Peter’s original score. Fans who purchased the physical editions also received collectible items, including posters, liner notes, and trading cards with the vinyl edition. In addition, the vinyl release alone sold 28,000 copies during its opening week, making it the biggest week for a soundtrack on vinyl in 2026.

Heated Rivalry first premiered on November 28, 2025, on Crave in Canada and later debuted on HBO Max in the United States. The show quickly became a viral sensation, launching actors Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams into stardom. The series involves two hockey rivals whose professional competition develops into a secret romance. Adapted from Rachel Reid’s Game Changers novels, the first season concluded on December 26, 2025, and the show has already been renewed for a second season.

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