Music Industry
Everything published on Viyolens under Music Industry — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The Complete Guide to 100 Billboard Top Songs
The 100 Billboard top songs represents the definitive measure of chart success in American popular music. Discover what drives songs up the charts and how streaming changed everything.
The Complete Guide to Christmas Number 1 Odds
The Christmas Number 1 race captivates the UK music industry every December. Learn how betting odds reflect streaming data, chart competition and cultural momentum.
The Complete Guide to Top 40 British Charts
The top 40 British charts reflects what UK audiences are actively listening to. Learn how charts work, which genres dominate, and what drives chart success.
The Complete Guide to Taylor Swift Billboard Hot 100
Taylor Swift holds one of music's most extraordinary chart records, dominating the Billboard Hot 100 with dozens of simultaneous chart entries reflecting her unprecedented commercial power.
The Complete Guide to Uk Pop Charts History
The UK pop charts have measured commercial music success for nearly seven decades. Discover how charting began with hand-counted sales, evolved through technological change, and reflects the dynamic r...
A Complete Guide to Record Labels
Record labels finance, produce, and distribute music. Understand what they offer, different types, typical deal terms, and how streaming has changed the industry.
The Complete Guide to Uk Album Chart Today
The UK album chart reflects the most popular albums with British listeners, combining physical sales and streaming data. Track trends, artist success and music industry dynamics through Official Chart...
The Complete Guide to Bbc Radio 1 Album Charts
BBC Radio 1 album charts measure radio airplay rather than sales, reflecting professional broadcasters' assessment of album quality and representing one of Britain's most influential music measurement...
The Complete Guide to Dance Charts Uk
The dance charts UK reveal what listeners love in electronic music. Discover trends, chart dynamics, and the artists rising through the rankings.
The Complete Guide to Most Number One Singles Uk
The race for most number one singles in the UK Official Charts tells the story of British and international popular music across seven decades.
The Complete Guide to Itunes World Charts
iTunes World Charts track global music sales through direct downloads. Learn how they work, their role in the modern streaming-dominated market, and why artists still monitor iTunes chart performance.
Uk Charts Top 100 Singles: What You Need to Know
From vinyl-only rankings to a record-breaking 2026 chart-topper, here's what actually goes into a UK Top 100 position and how the chart got here.
The Complete Guide to Billboard Hot 100 Album
The Billboard Hot 100 Album chart measures commercial success in music. Discover how albums climb the charts and what achieving number one means.
The Complete Guide to English Charts Top 40
The English charts top 40 is the official measure of commercial success in British music. Discover how the rankings work, why streaming changed everything, and what it takes to chart.
The Complete Guide to British Music Charts
British music charts reveal what the nation loves musically each week. This guide covers Official Charts, how they work, and what different rankings reveal.
Record Labels: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Not all record labels are equal. This guide shows you how to evaluate different labels, understand what you're giving up, and spot predatory deals before signing.
The Complete Guide to Itunes Charts America
iTunes charts America have shaped the music industry for decades. Discover how these charts work, their evolving significance, and what they tell us about commercial success.
Music Marketing: What You Need to Know
From playlist pitching to live gigs, music marketing is how artists close the gap between making music and finding an audience. Here is everything you need to understand before your next release.
The Complete Guide to Official Uk Charts Top 100
The Official UK Charts Top 100 represents Britain's definitive measure of musical popularity. Discover how songs chart, what drives success and why these rankings matter to the UK music industry.
The Complete Guide to Charts Streaming
Streaming charts have fundamentally reshaped how success is measured in music. Understanding their mechanics is essential for anyone aiming to chart success.
Music News for Beginners: A Complete Guide
As a beginner musician, you might not think music news applies to you. The truth is staying casually informed about music news enriches your playing, expands your musical horizons, and connects you to...
Billboard Hot 100 Predictions: What You Need to Know
The Billboard Hot 100 is the most-watched music chart in the world. Understanding how chart predictions are made — and why they frequently miss — reveals how the commercial music industry actually ope...
The Complete Guide to Mr Blobby Christmas Number 1
In 1993, Mr Blobby's novelty single achieved Christmas Number 1, shocking the music industry and sparking fierce debate about artistic merit versus commercial success. The Mr Blobby Christmas Number 1...
The Complete Guide to Global Itunes Chart
The iTunes global chart tracks music downloads and purchases worldwide, influencing industry decisions on promotion, radio play and artist development.
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Music Distribution
UK guidance on digital and physical release delivery, distributor choice and catalogue management for artists, labels an...
Music Marketing
Practical promotion strategy, audience growth and digital campaign advice for UK artists, managers and labels.
Music News
Fresh coverage of releases, tours, artist updates and wider music stories for UK readers.
Music Publishing
Guidance on song rights, licensing, administration and income for UK songwriters and publishers.
Music Streaming
Coverage of streaming platforms, playlisting, discovery and revenue models shaping the UK recorded music market.
Record Labels
Record labels coverage for UK musicians, from signings and deals to A&R, release strategy and industry developments.
Spotify for Artists
Spotify for Artists guides for musicians, with streaming analytics, profile tools, playlist strategy and release plannin...
Sync Licensing
Sync licensing guidance for UK musicians, covering rights, pitching, approvals and income from film, TV, adverts and gam...
