Beyonce’s imaginatively titled new album, Beyonce, has hit the iTunes number one chart position in over 77 countries, less than twelve hours upon its initial announcement and associated release.

The announcement caught fans, and press, off guard at just after 6am UK time, with the web going into overdrive globally upon its unveiling, particularly because various sources had pointed at the announcement of a single in December with a full LP following in 2014.

Whilst no new single preceded the album’s launch, according to Billboard, two tracks are set to be announced next week in different formats. Additionally, it’s understood that iTunes have the full exclusive for one week, with further formats (and retailers) being eligible to sell the album after this period.

Hit the iTunes link now to buy and watch the previews below: