Albums with Sales of Over 100,000 Copies in Ireland
Here's a selection of some of the albums that have reached impressive sales milestones, each selling over 100,000 copies in Ireland. These records span various genres and eras, showing the broad tastes of Irish music fans.
1. Dido – No Angel
Sales: 195,000 (13x Platinum)
Release Year: 1999
Notes: This debut album by Dido became a massive hit globally, and particularly in Ireland, thanks to tracks like "Here With Me" and "Thank You."
2. The Corrs – Forgiven, Not Forgotten
Sales: 195,000 (13x Platinum)
Release Year: 1995
Notes: The Corrs' blend of pop and traditional Irish music was a smash hit, and their debut remains a landmark album in Irish pop music.
3. U2 – How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb
Sales: 150,000 (10x Platinum)
Release Year: 2004
Notes: One of U2's many global successes, this album features hits like "Vertigo" and "Sometimes You Can't Make It on Your Own," showcasing the band's enduring appeal.
4. Damien Rice – O
Sales: 150,000 (10x Platinum)
Release Year: 2002
Notes: Damien Rice’s emotionally raw debut, O, became a beloved album, featuring iconic tracks like "The Blower's Daughter" and "Cannonball."
5. Michael Bublé – Christmas
Sales: 120,000 (8x Platinum)
Release Year: 2011
Notes: Michael Bublé's Christmas album became a holiday favorite, with renditions of Christmas classics making it a perennial bestseller.
6. Coldplay – X&Y
Sales: 120,000 (8x Platinum)
Release Year: 2005
Notes: With songs like "Fix You" and "Speed of Sound," X&Y solidified Coldplay’s position as one of the biggest bands of the 2000s.
7. Green Day – American Idiot
Sales: 120,000 (8x Platinum)
Release Year: 2004
Notes: This politically charged punk rock opera was a massive hit worldwide, and Irish fans embraced the album’s energy and message.
8. Eric Clapton – Unplugged
Sales: 120,000 (8x Platinum)
Release Year: 1992
Notes: Eric Clapton’s acoustic renditions of his hits, including "Tears in Heaven" and "Layla," earned widespread acclaim and strong sales in Ireland.
9. Seán Ó Riada – Mise Éire (I Am Ireland)
Sales: 100,000
Release Year: 1991
Notes: The soundtrack to the documentary Mise Éire, this iconic album was a major success in Ireland, blending Irish history with traditional music.
These albums showcase the broad range of musical tastes in Ireland, from pop and rock to traditional and acoustic music. Each of these albums holds a special place in Irish music history due to their cultural impact and significant sales milestones.