Paul McCartney scores 24th UK #1 album, extends chart record

Paul McCartney has extended his record as the most successful albums artist in U.K. chart history, securing his 24th career number one with the debut of his latest solo release, "The Boys of Dungeon Lane." The album reached the top of the Official U.K. Albums Chart, according to the Official Charts Company.

The former Beatle celebrated the achievement with a characteristically lighthearted message, saying he was thrilled with the showing. He thanked his team and fans for their support. Officials from the Official Charts Company praised the accomplishment, with co-managing directors Becca Monahan and Chris Austin stating that securing a 24th number one album is an incredible achievement and that his place as the most successful albums artist in the history of the Official Charts is truly deserved. They noted that across seven decades, his music has found new generations of fans.

This milestone further cements McCartney's unparalleled chart history, which spans more than six decades. His total of 24 number one albums includes 15 chart-toppers as a member of The Beatles, six as a solo artist, two with the band Wings, and one credited to him and his late wife, Linda McCartney. His...