Fans and industry insiders alike have speculated that Benzino’s attack on Eminem was nothing more than a publicity stunt to sell his album. Whether or not that was his intention, it did not help his sales.
In the first week of its release, “Redemption” sold only 14,463 units. In comparison, Eminem’s “The Eminem Show,” which was released at the end of May 2002, sold 49,000 units last week. The 8 Mile OST sold another 86,000 units as well.
“Redemption” was released via Elektra and included a free 3 month subscription to The Source with the purchase. This is the first time that Benzino (including his Made Men and RSO albums), has sold more than 10,000 in his first week.
