Författare: Apriyanto
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LMFAO’s party rock anthem trails J.Lo
CHART SPOTLIGHT. The L.A. based electro hop duo LMFAO is trailing J.Lo in the UK with the latest hit “Party Rock Anthem.” A WelcheMusic favorite, the track is features Lauren Bennett and GoonRock, the track has fared much better in Europe than in the US. Currently sitting at No.2 in the UK, the track has…
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Waka Waka Soon Turns One Year
Don’t be surprised if Shakira will celebrate her one year anniversary on the Swedish singles tally with “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa).” Featuring the South African afro-fusion band Freshlyground, the single initially charted on May.21st last year at No.18. Facing an initially struggle, the track finally cracked the top ten in June. As WelcheMusic…
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Chris Brown Climbs Aussie Chart with Benassi
Despite getting its initial release back in October last year, Chris Brown’s “Yeah 3x” still lingers on. Charting at the end of January in the UK, it has peaked at No.6. In Sweden, it has so far reached No.12.
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Will S&M become StarGate’s Ninth No.1?
You’ve probably noticed by now how WelcheMusic proudly supports our Nordic producers Max Martin, RedOne, Shellback and StarGatebill. Per a recent article in Billboard, it’s clear that Norwegian StarGate has been so successful over the years and “S&M” with Rihanna could very well become their ninth Hot 100 hit.
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Lopez Tops Swedish Singles Tally as Melodifestivalen Fever Fades
Following the Melodifestivalen frenzy, the Swedish singles tally slowly comes back “to normal.” Eric Saade’s “Popular” is replaced by Jennifer Lopez’ “On the Floor,” her first ever No.1 in this country.
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Glasvegas Returns with Swedish Drummer
The Scottish rock group Glasvegas returns to the charts this week and immediately claims the No.1 spot in Sweden. EUPHORIC /// HEARTBREAK \\\ is the group’s second set, following the eponymous 2008 debut. The debut managed to reach No.5 in Sweden, and was quickly followed by the Christmas EP A Snowflake Fell (And It Felt…
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Mando Diao Kicks Its Drummer
Drummer Samuel Giers will no longer be part of the alternative rock band Mando Diao according to its home page. The group released its debut album Bring ‘Em In back in 2002, but the rootsdates back to 1995 with the band Butler.
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Jennifer Lopez Claims UK Top Spot
“On the Floor” continues its worldwide success as Jennifer Lopez claims her third UK No.1 in her career. “On the Floor” pushes Adele’s “Someone Like You” to No.2, but Adele continue her dominance on the album chart with 21 and 19 occupying the No.1 and No.2 slots.
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Annie Lennox vs. Ash = Shining Light
The Swedish fashion retailer Lindex is appreciated for its use of music in commercials. Recently, Marina & The Diamonds got heavy TV support in one of Lindex commercials. This time, Annie Lennox is the soundtrack to the retailer’s latest “Fashion Report” with “Shining Light.” Released in March 2009, the track peaked at No.39 in the…
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Lady Gaga Goes Country
We all knew that Gwyneth Paltrow is a country gal, but who knew that Lady Gaga had that within her. The singer tweeted yesterday morning (Mar.24) that a Country Road version of “Born This Way” will be released on Twitter this Friday.