Taylor Swift's album "The Life of a Showgirl" debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, with 4.002 million equivalent album units and 3.48 million in pure sales.
The album's 12 songs have all charted within the Top 12 of the Hot 100, a feat never before achieved.
The album was recorded with Max Martin and Shellback, featuring a blend of pop and soft rock influences.
This is the latest in a series of chart-dominating campaigns by Swift.
The Top 12 sweep sets a new benchmark in chart history.
Author's summary: Taylor Swift makes history with Top 12 sweep.