‘ZOMBIES 4: Dawn of the Vampires’ Sinks Its Teeth Into Billboard Charts With No. 1 Kid Albums Debut
🧛♂️ ‘Zombies 4’ Soundtrack Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard Kid Albums
The pop‑musical craze continues! Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires — the fourth installment in Disney Channel’s beloved Zombies franchise — roared onto the scene this July with a soundtrack that has now landed at No. 1 on the Billboard Kid Albums chart in its debut week (July 26, 2025). What’s more, the soundtrack also secured No. 3 on Billboard’s Top Soundtracks and No. 90 on the main Billboard 200 .
The album—released digitally on July 11, 2025 via Walt Disney Records—features 13 tracks, blending fresh tunes with nostalgic reprises. Highlights include the singles “The Place To Be” (released May 2) and “Don’t Mess With Us” (June 13), along with reimagined versions of fan-favorites “Someday” and “Ain’t No Doubt About It” .
🎶 Musical Highlights & Fan Buzz
“The Place To Be”: A dynamic ensemble number featuring the main cast, setting the tone for the album’s thematic unity.
“Don’t Mess With Us”: The second single, released just ahead of the film’s premiere, continues the competitive, rallying vibe .
Reprised Numbers: The familiar warmth of “Someday” and “Ain’t No Doubt About It” ties the new installment back to its roots .
Critics and fans have praised the album’s ability to blend fresh energy with franchise nostalgia, making it a compelling pick for families and die-hard watchers alike.
📈 Chart Performance Snapshot
| Billboard Chart | Position |
|---|---|
| Kid Albums | 1 |
| Top Soundtracks | 3 |
| Billboard 200 (overall) | 90 |
This crossover appeal—from children’s musical fans to mainstream listeners—shows the soundtrack’s impressive resonance .
🌍 Global Reach & Streaming Popularity
On streaming platforms, the soundtrack clocks in at just over 36 minutes, offering a tight, high-energy experience . While it hasn’t yet charted globally on platforms like iTunes, it secured a respectable #36 on iTunes and #70 on Apple Music as of July 13 .
🔮 What’s Next: Tour, Live Performances & Franchise Expansion
Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour (Summer 2025)
On July 17, the franchise kicks off a major tour featuring crossover performances from both Descendants and Zombies, including cast from Zombies 4 like Freya Skye and Malachi Barton . The tour runs through September and will further amplify the album’s reach.TV & Streaming Momentum
Following its theatrical debut on July 10 (Disney Channel) and July 11 (Disney+), the film’s popularity is being buoyed by appearances on shows like Good Morning America, where stars performed and promoted the soundtrack .
🎬 Final Take
From chart dominance to crossover tours and streaming strategies, the Zombies 4 soundtrack isn’t just capturing kids—it’s making waves across broader audiences. By debuting at No. 1 on Billboard’s Kid Albums, the franchise proves its formula—catchy pop‑musical energy infused with nostalgia—remains a hit.
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