As indicated by the most recent Official Albums Chart midweek update published on 1 September 2026, the American singer-songwriter’s sophomore studio LP sits at the summit of the chart at this stage. The record borrows its title from the nickname he was given during childhood by his late father, and it delves into themes of sorrow, bereavement, and glimpses of optimism. If its progress holds steady, WILDCHILD could alongside his 2024 debut You’ll Be Alright, Kid (Chapter 1) reach the top spot on the UK albums chart.
Closing in at No. 2 are Middleton’s own The Courteeners with a new collection titled God Bless The Band. The release pairs fan-favourite tracks with two newly recorded songs, and it looks poised to deliver the band their ninth UK Top 10 album.
In parallel, Bananarama are aiming for a major chart milestone at No. 3 with the 40th anniversary reissue of their 1986 album True Confessions. The expanded edition originally peaked at No. 46 and now includes previously unreleased mixes, rarities, and B-sides, positioning Keren Woodward, Sara Dallin, and Siobhan Fahey to secure their third UK Top 10 album. The trio have expressed heartfelt gratitude to fans for the overwhelming support surrounding the anniversary of the record, which also featured their global hit “Venus.”
Mexican sister trio The Warning are on track for their first-ever UK main-chart entry, with their fifth studio album Everything’s Falling currently at No. 10. Further down the midweek update, former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett and Marillion’s Steve Rothery are eyeing a Top 20 placement with their collaborative project The Roaring Waves at No. 12, while metal powerhouse Mastodon contend for a Top 20 spot with Marrow Deep at No. 15.
Former Beastie Boys member Mike D sits at No. 16 with his debut solo project Thank You, while live album releases from Pulp (Live!) and Interpol (This Mirror Weighs a Ton) occupy No. 19 and No. 20 respectively. Finally, in the wake of Dolly Parton’s recent passing, her Diamonds & Rhinestones: The Greatest Hits Collection rises to No. 4.
