The Story of British Music

1952 — Today

A comprehensive reference to British music — artist discographies, the Trending 40, and a year-by-year journey through seven decades of music history.

Featured Artist

The Beatles

1960–1970

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The most documented act in British music history, The Beatles defined the 1960s and reshaped popular music forever. From 'Love Me Do' in 1962 to 'Let It Be' in 1970, their catalogue remains the benchmark.

213 documented releases

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Trending This Week

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Worth It

RAYE

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BRIT Award momentum continues to drive discovery of her back catalogue.

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Fred again..

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Surprise album drop and sold-out pop-up shows creating massive buzz.

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The Feminine Urge

The Last Dinner Party

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Glastonbury announcement puts them back in the spotlight.

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Limitless

Central Cee

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New single climbing fast, massive playlist support.

This Week in Music History

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1965

10 May

The Rolling Stones recorded '(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction' at Chess Studios in Chicago — it would become one of the defining songs of the 1960s.

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1975

10 May

Tammy Wynette's 'Stand By Your Man' re-entered the UK singles chart, six years after its original release, becoming one of country music's most enduring hits.

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1997

10 May

The Verve released 'Bitter Sweet Symphony' — a song that defined the Britpop era and remains one of the most iconic British singles of all time.

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2008

10 May

Duffy's debut album 'Rockferry' topped the UK album chart for the fifth week, cementing the retro-soul revival of the late 2000s.

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