In difficult times, music is a distraction that we should never take for granted. It gets us through the best and the worst of times. So I’m pleased to bring you the new chart, which underwent several changes up to last night, including a few eye-popping moves!
But nothing was going to change the Top 2 songs which hold tightly, at least for two more weeks. Harry Styles’ jaunty and thoughtful “Adore You” (above) gets a second appearance at #1, while former #1 “Flames” by R3HAB, Zayn and Jungleboi remains solidly right behind it.
Young Bombs’ smash Canadian radio hit and North American dance hit “Better Day”, featuring the golden tones of Aloe Blacc, moves up 6-3. Could it be on top in two weeks?
It’s a BIIIG 12-4 move for “Backfire” by Italy’s Deep Chills with L.A.’s Not Famous offering the highly listenable, showcased vocal. Like “Better Day”, it’s definitely a contender for the top, but, since the chart is drenched with movement, it’s not the only one…
Arty has a big week, receiving his second Top 10 hit on this chart, following 2018’s #3 “Tim”, with the Sultan + Shepard ‘echoes of life’ remix of “Daydreams” (13-8, above) featuring a Ryan Tedder-ish vocal by Cimo Fränkel. Not only that but Arty’s equally brilliant follow up, “You’re Not Alone” (featuring Griff Clawson, below) bows on the chart at #26! AND… Arty has yet another new song called “Outburst” (featuring Stellz) which you can also check out below.
When veteran producers get together there is often magic. And that is the case as Chocolate Puma and Firebeatz team up again, this time for the rich deep house of “Soul Fifty” (below), which climbs 11-9.
The Fastest Riser on the chart is THE song to watch. Whethan’s 80’s alt.dance.rock throwback “All In My Head” (above) soars 25-11 and that has lots to do with his production as it marries with the vocal by Toronto’s grandson. It’s from Whethan’s forthcoming album Fantasy, which also includes the third preview single called “Upside Down” (below), this time featuring L.A.’s Grouplove.
Right behind are two songs which are following each other to new heights. Gareth Emery & Nash’s “Yesterday” (above) is another slice of 80’s-oriented electronic dance music featuring a beauty of a vocal by L.A. singer Linney, rising 20-12. You can expect Gareth’s new single, the affecting “You’ll Be OK” (featuring Annabel, also above) to join it on the chart mighty soon! And leaping 21-13 is “Fall-Out” (below) by Netherlands/Emirati producers Revelries working this time with fellow producers Boyboyboy and vocalist Will Church.
Another song set to soar is Porter Robinson’s gentle and touching “Get Your Wish” (above) which climbs 28-17. And yes, Porter has already released a follow up called “Something Comforting” which you can hear below.
There are two more newcomers to the chart besides Arty’s “You’re Not Alone”. The Highest Debut belongs to Swedish duo Mary Jane and Victor – you know them as Smith And Thell. Their encouraging new song “Goliath” has radio hit spelled all over it after their last single “Hotel Walls” received a lot of attention. “Goliath” (above) arrives at #24. Then, at #30 is the first solo appearance for Jake Shears of Scissor Sisters with his outstanding independent release “Meltdown” (below). This is one rollicking and engaging dance track that club DJ’s should embrace instantly. Scissor Sisters previously appeared on this chart, hitting the Top 10 both times, with “I Don’t Feel Like Dancin'” (#8) in 2006 and “Only The Horses” (#5) in 2012. Jake also provided vocals on “The Other Boys” (#5) with NERVO, Kylie Minogue and Nile Rodgers in 2015.
The BILLCS Viral Weekly is back 🙂 and will indeed be a weekly feature despite not appearing last week. Some of the songs will change every week, particularly those by bigger name artists, and it will always include a mix of newer and independent artists with those who are more popular. Check it out below!
A reminder that the music from my chart and blog are featured regularly on the new online radio station Radio GTA. You can hear their Big 20 on Wednesday evenings with ‘The Musicman’ James Rogers and listen for songs from the chart too 🙂 Scroll down the station’s main page to listen to lots of variety from across the decades! I’m the new music consultant for the station so you can expect even more in 2020 🙂 You can start by joining our new interactive Facebook group too!!
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