Hugh McIntyre is a reporter who covers the music industry, with a particular focus on charts all around the world. He likes to write about history being made, firsts on the weekly rankings, as well as all things connected to the Grammys. He has covered the music world for more
Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Classic Smash Rises To No. 1 For The First Time
Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Sweet Home Alabama" reaches No. 1 on Billboard's Rock Streaming Songs chart for the first time after the Fourth of July, decades after its release.
Madonna Charts One Of The Biggest Sales Hits Of Her Career
Madonna's new Confessions II single "Danceteria" debuts at No. 3 on multiple sales charts in the U.K. while album cut "Bizarre" also becomes a fast bestseller.
The Weeknd’s Comeback On The Charts Involves Three Of His Most Successful Projects
Three albums by The Weeknd — Hurry Up Tomorrow, Starboy and The Highlights — return to the same chart in the U.K., becoming bestsellers again.
Ella Langley Ties One Of The Biggest R&B Hits Of All Time
Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas" spends a thirteenth nonconsecutive week atop the Billboard Hot 100, tying "The Boy Is Mine" by Brandy and Monica.
Michael Jackson’s Album Celebrates Reaching A Major Chart Milestone
The Essential Michael Jackson becomes the late superstar's second album to spend 550 weeks on the Billboard 200, following Thriller, which leads by hundreds of weeks.
