Daughtry Named Top-Selling Artist of 2007

Chris Daughtry ha a high note.

The American Idol finalist's band, Daughtry, sold 3.2 million copies of their self-titled debut, making it the most popular album of the year, Billboard reports.

Rounding out the top five:
Akon, Konvicted, with 2.7 million
Fergie, The Dutchess, with 2.4 million
• The Hannah Montana soundtrack, with 2.5 million
Carrie Underwood, Some Hearts, with 2.3 million

The number one single of the year? Beyonce's "Irreplaceable," followed by Rihanna's "Umbrella." Both are up for Grammys.

The Police's reunion tour was named the top tour of the year, grossing at least $212 million.

Published 12/14/07 by

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