Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars’ ‘Die With a Smile’ Hits No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100

Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars’ ‘Die With a Smile’ Hits No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100

"Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars' captivating ballad 'Die With a Smile' has climbed to the top of the Billboard Hot 100, marking Gaga’s sixth and Mars’ ninth number one hit. The track made an impressive leap from No. 17 to No. 1, following its initial peak at No. 2 for four weeks in November. This surge comes as the chart clears out holiday tracks, which had previously dominated the top spots. Recorded for the week of December 27, 2024, to […]

January 7, 2025 3

Music News

The Return of Vybz Kartel: After 13 Years in Prison, Dancehall’s King Reclaims His Throne – And Reveals How He Made Hits Behind Bars

The Return of Vybz Kartel: After 13 Years in Prison, Dancehall's King Reclaims His Throne - And Reveals How He Made Hits Behind Bars In 2021, the dancehall scene witnessed a monumental moment: the release of Vybz Kartel, a.k.a. Adidja Palmer, after serving 13 years of a life sentence. Known as the "King of Dancehall," Kartel's influence on music, despite his incarceration, never waned. His return not only revitalizes his career but also reinvigorates a genre that has felt his […]

January 7, 2025 4

Chart News

TikTok Says 13 of the 16 Number One Hits in the US This Year Are Linked to TikTok Trends

The year 2005 proved to be an exceptional one on the Official Singles Chart, with a lineup of 100 songs turning 20 that truly highlights its significance. The Pussycat Dolls burst onto the scene with two consecutive Number 1 hits: the electrifying "Don't Cha," featuring Busta Rhymes, and the more tender "Stickwitu." McFly and Oasis each notched up two Number 1s as well, with McFly hitting the top with "All About You" and "I'll Be OK," and Oasis with "Lyla" […]

January 7, 2025 3

Chart News

100 songs turning 20 in 2025: From Girls Aloud to Oasis and Mariah Carey to McFly

Mariah Carey made a triumphant return in 2005, propelling three of her singles into the Top 10: "It's Like That" reached Number 4, "We Belong Together" climbed to Number 2, and "Get Your Number/Shake It Off" hit Number 8. Another single, "Don't Forget About Us," nearly joined them, peaking at Number 11. All these hits came from her celebrated album "The Emancipation of Mimi," which secured the Number 7 spot and remained on the Official Albums Chart for 50 weeks […]

January 7, 2025 3

Events

Music events to look forward to in 2025 – from Lady Gaga’s new album to Oasis’ return

This year 2025 is going to be a HUGE one for music fans. As 2025 quickly approaches, you might be starting to plan your music-related activities for the year. Here are 10 major events to mark on your calendar, from rock reunions to unique festivals in East London. 1. Oasis Reunion Tour The much-anticipated reunion of Liam and Noel Gallagher as Oasis is set to thrill fans. The "Oasis Live '25 Tour" kicks off at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on July […]

January 7, 2025 4

Chart News

The Official Top 40 best-selling CD albums of 2024

Coldplay's "Moon Music" emerged as the best-selling CD album of 2024 in the UK, reflecting a broader slowdown in the decline of CD sales. The album, marking the band's 10th studio release, sold over 204,000 copies, edging out Taylor Swift's "The Tortured Poets Department" by 7,000 units. Upon its release, "Moon Music" soared to the top of the Official Albums Chart, marking the band's 10th consecutive number one album. Its debut week saw impressive sales figures that have not been […]

January 7, 2025 3

Chart News

Elton John set for ninth UK Number 1 album with Diamonds

Elton John is on track to achieve his ninth UK Number 1 album with "Diamonds," his greatest hits compilation. Originally released in 2017, "Diamonds" has been a mainstay on the UK charts, and it's climbing back to the top spot due to the release of a super deluxe edition that includes new features like a Blu-ray and a limited edition vinyl with a diamond-effect. This collection spans Elton John's career, highlighting some of his biggest hits from various decades. The […]

January 6, 2025 3

Chart News

Ed Sheeran earns eighth Number 1 album with +–=÷× (Tour Collection)

Ed Sheeran's latest album, "+–=÷× (Tour Collection)," has secured his eighth UK Number 1 album. This compilation album, which was released in September, features hits and live recordings from Sheeran's previous chart-topping albums including "+," "X," "÷," "No.6 Collaborations Project," "=", and "-." The album finally reached the top of the charts in its 14th week, helped by a limited-edition vinyl release through Blood Records. It also became the most-purchased record in UK independent record shops, topping the Official Record […]

January 5, 2025 4

Album Release

SZA’s ‘SOS’ Returns to No. 1 on Billboard 200 After Deluxe ‘LANA’ Edition Release

SZA's sophomore album, SOS, has reclaimed the No. 1 position on the Billboard 200 chart following the release of its deluxe edition, SOS Deluxe: Lana, on December 20, 2024. The Source The deluxe edition introduces 15 new tracks to the original 23-song lineup, contributing to the album's resurgence nearly two years after its initial debut. The Source In its return to the top spot, SOS earned 171,000 equivalent album units in the United States, marking its 11th week at No. […]

December 30, 2024 3

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