Total Eclipse of the Chart Exploring 2017's Popular Music Scene in 100 Lists

This book contains 100 lists providing a retrospective of 2017 for the UK and global popular music scene. It discusses best selling singles and albums, takes a look at featured artists, songs and albums that defined the year, shines a light on the facts and figures behind the official charts, picks out some of the weird and wonderful acts that made their way into our consciousness, and celebrates one of the most diverse and inclusive years in the history of music. 2017 also marked the 60th anniversary of the UK album chart, and the book includes facts, milestones and stats from six decades of album greatness. There are various lists looking back at British chart history and the songs and artists that have defined the modern musical era. There are facts and info about 2017's musical highlights, the year's biggest concerts and shows, and who was lighting up social media throughout 2017. There's also a brief overview of events around the world, such as British acts making it good in the US, the resurgence of vinyl records, prominent tours and festivals, and the global YouTube and streaming phenomena. The book includes a strong narrative thread celebrating the success of some of the year's most prominent artists and records, including the all-conquering Ed Sheeran, the global phenomenon of Despacito, the rise of Dua Lipa and Stormzy, and of course the twin tragedies of Grenfell and the Manchester Arena bombing. There are also various lists thrown in purely for entertainment value, and some truly shocking musical puns!