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Publishers Quarterly: Sony Music Publishing Makes History Again in Q3
Sony Music Publishing set a new record in the third quarter, becoming the first publisher to exceed 40% market share on Billboard’s Hot 100 rankings. Its 42.86% share extended its lead over rivals and kept Sony at No. 1 on both the Hot 100 and Top Radio Airplay charts for a sixth consecutive quarter.
Sony had 76 songs on the Hot 100 and 74 on the Radio Airplay list, with Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” ranking first and second, respectively. Warner Chappell placed second on both charts, with shares of 17.86% and 23.07%; it also led Country Radio Airplay for a 12th consecutive quarter. Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt and BMG ranked third, fourth and fifth on both main charts.
In short
- Sony reached a record 42.86% Hot 100 share.
- It topped both charts for a sixth straight quarter.
- “Choosin’ Texas” helped drive Sony’s lead.
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