Etikett: Shakira

  • Don Omar’s Danza Kudoro Finally No.1 in Sweden

    CHART REFLECTION. Don Omar finally ascends to the top as ‘Danza Kuduro’ knocks Chris Medina’s ‘What Are Words’ off the top in Sweden. As previously reported, the single was originally released last August. Definitely one of this summer’s greatest dancefloor smashes, WelcheMusic is not at all surprised to see it at the top of the…

  • 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…

  • Oskar Linnros Makes the Final Leap to the Top Spot

    In an earlier blog post, WelcheMusic highlighted that Shakira managed to top the singles chart last week with a hit that entered the tally in May. The feat is repeated this week as Swedish singer Oskar Linnros finally makes it to the top with “Från och med du.” Interesting to note, the track debuted on…

  • 60s Star Secures Swedish No.1 Position

    In times when Shakira, Rihanna and Robyn rule the charts it’s quite a surprise that the Swedish pop musician, record company manager and concert promoter Hans Edler manages to spend a second week atop the singles chart with a Ricky Nelson tribute. “Black Fender” was initially performed in December 2006 during his “Hans Edler Meets…

  • Shakira’s New Album Slated for October Release

    Shakira announced her new album “Sale el sol/The Sun Comes Out,” slated for release on October 19th on her blog. The album will include her world-wide hit “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa),” which recently topped the Swedish single tally. The album will also be preceded by the new single “Loca,” an interpretation of the…

  • Shakira Brings “Waka Waka” to the Top

    Colombian singer Shakira finally ascends to the top in Sweden after 13 weeks. “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) ” initially debuted at No.18 in May. The single plummeted 27-44-52, reversing the drop on Jun.18 when the track rose to No.12. It finally cracked the top ten at the end of June and replaces Robyn’s…

  • Countdown to Sing in the Shower Day

    Okay, WelcheMusic have to admit – we like singing in the shower. So, we were delighted to hear that we’re not alone and there’s even a day devoted for this and it’s happening tomorrow. The day was actually founded to support the launch of JBL’s new two-in-one alarm clock and docking station OnTime Micro.  The…