Week Ending September 10th 2026
In the end it was no choice at all it appears. What better song to replace a long-running epic at No.1 than one which has enjoyed an epic journey of its own.
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Week Ending September 3rd 2026
Remember her this way. The midweek death of Dolly Parton means she enjoys a quite startlingly rapid set of tribute hits. But this week also marks the final hurrah of a certain long-running No.1 single. I'm sure you can guess which.
Week Ending August 27th 2026
This isn't a random flex for a photoshoot; poor Phoebe Bridgers celebrates her No.1 album by being laid low with appendicitis. That's not a spoiler though, and neither is the news that Rein Me In is still No.1. Come inside, there's a table.
Week Ending August 20th 2026
Ella Langley studies Chart Watch with some care and discovers that just like back at home she now has two side by side hits to her name. Neither are making it to No.1 any time soon it seems. There's a certain duet still in the way. Further explanation as to why that is lies cheerfully within.
