30
Sep
Top of the Pops is set to be revolutionised after compilers of the official Top 40 charts took the first step to include single sales on the internet.
With downloading tracks becoming increasingly popular the record companies are taking the first step towards calculating sales in a bid to reflect better the popularity of pop bands, particularly relative newcomers who rely heavily on single sales and chart hits to make a lasting impact.
The Official Charts Company, which runs the chart on behalf of the record industry, is to begin compiling a separate weekly chart rundown of tracks downloaded using the service developed by OD2, a company backed by former Genesis frontman Peter Gabriel. [more @ www.media.guardian.co.uk]
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