Not many artists could pull off the accomplishment that Beyoncé did with her surprise album release. Beyoncé released a full-length album, without a publicity or marketing or anyone even knowing. The album went start to number one on the iTunes charts. This new technique might become the way of the music industry. Not many artists would have the star power or musicianship to succeed with such a surprise musical attack.
The musician or band would have to have a large dedicated fan base, a successful album history and full-blown star power. Beyoncé was the first and has started a new trend in the music industry, which artist will be next to follow her in footsteps? Country superstar Taylor Swift or rock ‘n’ roll legends Pearl Jam?
TheCelebrityCafe.com is counting down the top five other artists who could pull of a surprise album release. Who do you think would have the best chance of pulling off a Beyoncé album launch? Comment below.
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5. U2
U2 has a fan following unlikely any rock 'n' roll band currently on the mainstream charts. U2 created and produce one of the largest world wide tours in history, if the band released an album without any promotion, fans would turn out by the thousands to support the record.
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4. Pearl Jam
Eddie Vedder has been making music his own since the 1990s. Pearl Jam might not be known by younger generations, but the band has dedicated fans that are always looking for and hoping for new music.
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3. Mumford and Sons
Everytime the band, Mumford and Sons releases an album it goes to number one and has hit single after hit single. With songs like "I Will Wait," and "Hopeless Wanderer" the band is hotter than ever but following the success of Babel the band announced a hiatus. If the band returned, fans would not wait a second to purchase the new music.
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2. Taylor Swift
When Taylor Swift releases an album, all young females listen. From Fearless to Red, Swift has become a powerhouse in the genres of country music and pop music. With sold out tours, millions of fans, Swift could release an album tomorrow and fans would be making it number one on the charts within seconds.
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1. Eminem
Eminem released one of the most highly anticipated albums in 2013 with MMLP2. Eminem has the ability to cross all musical boundaries and create a frenzy around his music. Eminem is not known for marketing his albums or doing press, so a surprise release for Eminem would make sense and would have the chance to be just as successful as Beyonce.