Number of plays: 58
Number of entries on Top 100 Singles: 1
Their last album was released two years ago, but this year they came out with an amazing song for The Hunger Games: Catching Fire soundtrack (second to Taylor's contributions for the first film of course ). So yep, do check out where their only entry lands in the Top 100 Singles.
Number of plays: 60
Number of entries on Top 100 Singles: 1
These guys are here pretty much solely based on their massive hit, Safe and Sound. I wish I could check them out more but I'm a little too bothered too.
Number of plays: 61
Number of entries on Top 100 Singles: 0
Position in 2012: 8
Glee oh, Glee. Season 4 was a decline definitely, from the glorious seasons of 2 and 3. That's why it's position this year plummets by 52 spots. Season 5 hasn't really been picking up either (except for one particular season). But oh well, I just wish I could relive those 2 seasons. They were just simply the best.
Number of plays: 61
Number of entries on Top 100 Singles: 2
Position in 2012: 33
Affectionately known as the Hobbit by some turds, Ed clocks in right within the top 60 after an eventful year he has had. Touring with Taylor, releasing Everything Has Changed, fondling with Ellie Goulding at the VMAs and of course the mind-boggling nomination at the Grammys. People like to call him bland, which I don't know what they're talking about. Like, have you seen this guy on a guitar before? The things he could do with it is just amazing. Plus he's a folky-rapper which is really cool.
Number of plays: 64
Number of entries on Top 100 Singles: 2
Position in 2012: NA
Slim Shady makes a return to the Top Artists countdown, especially after releasing his eight album, The Marshall Mathers LP 2. The Monster is amazing too.
Number of plays: 69
Number of entries on Top 100 Singles: 1
Position in 2012: 11
Genius DJ Calvin Harris lands at number 57, after (almost) slaying last year at number 11. Though he only has one entry this year, I guess the plays are mainly due to his huge hits last year like Feel So Close and Let's Go.
ALRIGHT this is the last entry for today! Tomorrow I won't be free so if I do find the time, I will just post the next 10 artists at once.
NO.56
You Me At Six
Number of plays: 76
Number of entries on Top 100 Singles: 0
Position in 2012: NA
Alternative/punkrock band You Me At Six settles at 56, mainly due to their singles Reckless from their last album, and Lived a Lie from their latest yet-to-be released effort. Sadly none of them made the Top 100 Singles.