RIAA Certifies The Beatles' 'White Album' A Record 24 Times Platinum

The Beatles' 'White Album'

The RIAA announced that "The BEATLES" (The White Album) from APPLE/CAPITOL/UME has now been certified 24X Platinum, earning the spot as the fourth top-certified album of all time. 

THE BEATLES already hold top honors as the highest certified band in Gold and Platinum Award history, with 178 million certifications across a wide range of titles, including the iconic ‘White Album.’ Other albums by The Beatles that have surpassed Diamond certification include "THE BEATLES 1967-1970 at 17X Platinum, "THE BEATLES 1962-1966" at 15X Platinum, "Abbey Road" at 12X Platinum, "1" at 11X Platinum, and "Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band" at 11X Platinum. 

“THE BEATLES are undoubtedly one of the most influential bands of all time, with music that stands the test of time,” said RIAA Chairman/CEO MITCH GLAZER. “The magic of JOHN, PAUL, GEORGE and RINGO continues to be experienced by new fans across the country and we are honored to present them with this milestone achievement. Diamond status is already a rare feat – for an album to go 24X Platinum it has truly become part of AMERICA’s cultural fabric. Congratulations to the band and their families, APPLE CORPS, CAPITOL and UMe, and all who helped create this album and bring it to the world.” 

All RIAA certifications are calculated by GELFAND, RENNERT & FELDMAN. Complete lists of all album, single, and video awards, as well as top tallies for artists and albums can be accessed here.

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