SOML officially at number 2. 
Shame it's not number 1 but 2 is still good and a new peak.
Shame it's not number 1 but 2 is still good and a new peak.
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Originally Posted by annushka:
“I can see what Rawr mean with the lazy diction.
I have already said in the past that I can't fault Zayn's voice but wish he could try to put a bit more energy (or "oomph", I like that!) to his singing.
I also find him more and more R'n'B in his singing: Doesn't he seem to add little runs more often?”
“I can see what Rawr mean with the lazy diction.
I have already said in the past that I can't fault Zayn's voice but wish he could try to put a bit more energy (or "oomph", I like that!) to his singing.
I also find him more and more R'n'B in his singing: Doesn't he seem to add little runs more often?”
yeah... agree with everything here...
But what a great chart run for a song from an album that is out
Chart Run: 4-5-8-10-3-2 [6 wks]
And another week at 1 for the album ...they really are doing well aren't they
Chart Run: 4-5-8-10-3-2 [6 wks]
And another week at 1 for the album ...they really are doing well aren't they
Originally Posted by ImperfectPearls:
“SOML officially at number 2.
Shame it's not number 1 but 2 is still good and a new peak.”
“SOML officially at number 2.
Shame it's not number 1 but 2 is still good and a new peak.”
that's crazy!!
woohoo!! 
Originally Posted by twingle:
“But what a great chart run for a song from an album that is out
Chart Run: 4-5-8-10-3-2 [6 wks]
And another week at 1 for the album ...they really are doing well aren't they”
“But what a great chart run for a song from an album that is out
Chart Run: 4-5-8-10-3-2 [6 wks]
And another week at 1 for the album ...they really are doing well aren't they
”
at the rate things are going-- xmas no1?? jk
Flicked over to Capital fm and of course they are number 1 on the Vodafone big top 40.
Could it actually be possible for SOML to go to number 1 next week though? Considering it was the fact that Lilly Allen's physical copies were released this week which boosted her up. They are still 1 on iTunes aren't they?
Could it actually be possible for SOML to go to number 1 next week though? Considering it was the fact that Lilly Allen's physical copies were released this week which boosted her up. They are still 1 on iTunes aren't they?
Originally Posted by ImperfectPearls:
“Flicked over to Capital fm and of course they are number 1 on the Vodafone big top 40.
Could it actually be possible for SOML to go to number 1 next week though? Considering it was the fact that Lilly Allen's physical copies were released this week which boosted her up. They are still 1 on iTunes aren't they?”
“Flicked over to Capital fm and of course they are number 1 on the Vodafone big top 40.
Could it actually be possible for SOML to go to number 1 next week though? Considering it was the fact that Lilly Allen's physical copies were released this week which boosted her up. They are still 1 on iTunes aren't they?”
Nahh i think #2 will be its peak, still awesome though!!..For one, lily is still #1 on itunes combined and i think it'll be between Avicii and Lily for #1 next week
and the sales are in! And another 194,000 for the album and Lily won the singles battle by 6000 copies but doesn't say what 1D got
I don't think they will get 1 next week as isn't U2 releasing a song for Mandela......That name by itself will probably sell loads
I don't think they will get 1 next week as isn't U2 releasing a song for Mandela......That name by itself will probably sell loads
Originally Posted by twingle:
“But what a great chart run for a song from an album that is out
Chart Run: 4-5-8-10-3-2 [6 wks]
And another week at 1 for the album ...they really are doing well aren't they”
“But what a great chart run for a song from an album that is out
Chart Run: 4-5-8-10-3-2 [6 wks]
And another week at 1 for the album ...they really are doing well aren't they
”
Yay!The song peaking at #2 in its 6th week!
And the album staying #1 too!
It's outstanding.
Originally Posted by twingle:
“and the sales are in! And another 194,000 for the album and Lily won the singles battle by 6000 copies but doesn't say what 1D got
I don't think they will get 1 next week as isn't U2 releasing a song for Mandela......That name by itself will probably sell loads”
“and the sales are in! And another 194,000 for the album and Lily won the singles battle by 6000 copies but doesn't say what 1D got
I don't think they will get 1 next week as isn't U2 releasing a song for Mandela......That name by itself will probably sell loads”
Nahh it's 124k not 194k
124 000 albums sold is great news!
And SOML is certainly holding incredibly well, I don't think anyone expected that to this extend
It's too bad that there is no chance at a #1 next week, but considering it's very likely to still be in the top 10 (or 5) after 6 weeks, it's incredible.
And SOML is certainly holding incredibly well, I don't think anyone expected that to this extend
It's too bad that there is no chance at a #1 next week, but considering it's very likely to still be in the top 10 (or 5) after 6 weeks, it's incredible.
Originally Posted by Prisca Bowman:
“Nahh it's 124k not 194k”
“Nahh it's 124k not 194k”
more like it!! still >100K sales in two weeks!! wow!!
Originally Posted by MTUK1:
“So MM is now platinum after selling +300K.”
“So MM is now platinum after selling +300K.”
yes!! after just two weeks as well!!
http://www.kunocreative.com/Portals/...uccess-kid.jpg
So they're on 361k for the album after 2 weeks!! That's already #11 or 12 in the year-to-date chart!
And great, a new peak for SOML! #2 seems to be the best they can get in this era
And great, a new peak for SOML! #2 seems to be the best they can get in this era
an article about Def Leopard alledgelly considering legal action against Midnight Memories on the unlinkable website:http ://www.un realitytv.co.uk/reality-tv/def-leppard-considering-legal-action-one-direction-midnight-memories/
Quote:
“Def Leppard considering legal action against One Direction over Midnight Memories?
One Direction are celebrating a pretty successful few months, after their latest album Midnight Memories topped charts around the world and they certainly shone on Saturday Night Love yesterday, however there could be some trouble on the horizon for the band.
The lads released their third studio album last month and within hours not only was the LP climbing the charts, but many of the tracks also made it into the top 20 on their own steam.
One such track was the title song Midnight Memories, which debuted at number 3 in the Irish and Australian charts. The song is a catchy, upbeat, rocky tune which many people have compared to Def Leppard’s classic track ‘Pour Some Sugar On Me’ and it’s this comparison that’s causing problems.
An insider told The Mirror that Def Leppard’s legal team are investigation the fact that the track seems to be closely based on and inspired by their composition and it’s reported that there could be legal action on the cards, against the X Factor stars.
Def Leppard are not credited on the song, but band members Liam Payne and Louis Tomlinson have been named as two of the principle songwriters.
A source close to the rock band told the newspaper:
“Music lawyers will routinely scour hits like this one to see if there is any evidence that a band has either copied or cleverly mimicked a Def Leppard song.
“These cases can often take weeks to sort out because we are not talking about peanuts here – the 1D album is selling millions and if the title track goes out as a single it will generate even more money.”
The source added: “Everyone is staying silent at this stage but it’s clear the two songs sound alike – which has been enough for Def Leppard’s aides to pose questions to their legal team.””
“Def Leppard considering legal action against One Direction over Midnight Memories?
One Direction are celebrating a pretty successful few months, after their latest album Midnight Memories topped charts around the world and they certainly shone on Saturday Night Love yesterday, however there could be some trouble on the horizon for the band.
The lads released their third studio album last month and within hours not only was the LP climbing the charts, but many of the tracks also made it into the top 20 on their own steam.
One such track was the title song Midnight Memories, which debuted at number 3 in the Irish and Australian charts. The song is a catchy, upbeat, rocky tune which many people have compared to Def Leppard’s classic track ‘Pour Some Sugar On Me’ and it’s this comparison that’s causing problems.
An insider told The Mirror that Def Leppard’s legal team are investigation the fact that the track seems to be closely based on and inspired by their composition and it’s reported that there could be legal action on the cards, against the X Factor stars.
Def Leppard are not credited on the song, but band members Liam Payne and Louis Tomlinson have been named as two of the principle songwriters.
A source close to the rock band told the newspaper:
“Music lawyers will routinely scour hits like this one to see if there is any evidence that a band has either copied or cleverly mimicked a Def Leppard song.
“These cases can often take weeks to sort out because we are not talking about peanuts here – the 1D album is selling millions and if the title track goes out as a single it will generate even more money.”
The source added: “Everyone is staying silent at this stage but it’s clear the two songs sound alike – which has been enough for Def Leppard’s aides to pose questions to their legal team.””
If true, it's still up in the air... for now.
But after BSE, I have been doubting the abilities of some of the experts that the boys work with (the BSE intro should not have made it to the album, it's a lucky thing that the Who were very gracious because their case was a lot more solid IMO).
You would expect that someone (or a team even) at a music label would be in charge of looking into this side of things, wouldn't you?
While there must have been some (maybe even accidental) inspiration, I see this one as less clear cut.
If this acticle is accurate (you never know!), it makes me wonder if it's not part of the reason for the unexpected "Through the Dark" performance at SNL.
Originally Posted by annushka:
“ an article about Def Leopard alledgelly considering legal action against Midnight Memories on the unlinkable website:
http ://www.un realitytv.co.uk/reality-tv/def-leppard-considering-legal-action-one-direction-midnight-memories/
If true, it's still up in the air... for now.
But after BSE, I have been doubting the abilities of some of the experts that the boys work with (the BSE intro should not have made it to the album, it's a lucky thing that the Who were very gracious because their case was a lot more solid IMO).
You would expect that someone (or a team even) at a music label would be in charge of looking into this side of things, wouldn't you?
While there must have been some (maybe even accidental) inspiration, I see this one as less clear cut.
If this acticle is accurate (you never know!), it makes me wonder if it's not part of the reason for the unexpected "Through the Dark" performance at SNL.”
“
an article about Def Leopard alledgelly considering legal action against Midnight Memories on the unlinkable website:http ://www.un realitytv.co.uk/reality-tv/def-leppard-considering-legal-action-one-direction-midnight-memories/
If true, it's still up in the air... for now.
But after BSE, I have been doubting the abilities of some of the experts that the boys work with (the BSE intro should not have made it to the album, it's a lucky thing that the Who were very gracious because their case was a lot more solid IMO).
You would expect that someone (or a team even) at a music label would be in charge of looking into this side of things, wouldn't you?
While there must have been some (maybe even accidental) inspiration, I see this one as less clear cut.
If this acticle is accurate (you never know!), it makes me wonder if it's not part of the reason for the unexpected "Through the Dark" performance at SNL.”
i'm sure the more experienced co-writers of MM are not naive enough to co-write a song that will be at the receiving end of a plagiarism suit... i've read somewhere that there are just so many chords and variations of them that you can play in pop that's why some songs may sound identical, but as long as there are enough fundamental differences, it's not legally plagiarism... i'm not familiar with the songs cited in 1D's case so i don't know about this one...
Originally Posted by abrightyz:
“BTW, nice story of a fan at SNL taping https://twitter.com/horransgang/stat...025792/photo/1”
“BTW, nice story of a fan at SNL taping
https://twitter.com/horransgang/stat...025792/photo/1”
That's really sweet. I've always thought Zayn is a real softie.
I'm happy they're doing so well with this album and single. The Through The Dark performance was great too despite some flubs here and there.
Originally Posted by annushka:
“That's really sweet. I've always thought Zayn is a real softie.”
“That's really sweet. I've always thought Zayn is a real softie.”
Aw and kudos to Liam too for noticing
Originally Posted by abrightyz:
“i'm sure the more experienced co-writers of MM are not naive enough to co-write a song that will be at the receiving end of a plagiarism suit... i've read somewhere that there are just so many chords and variations of them that you can play in pop that's why some songs may sound identical, but as long as there are enough fundamental differences, it's not legally plagiarism... i'm not familiar with the songs cited in 1D's case so i don't know about this one...”
“i'm sure the more experienced co-writers of MM are not naive enough to co-write a song that will be at the receiving end of a plagiarism suit... i've read somewhere that there are just so many chords and variations of them that you can play in pop that's why some songs may sound identical, but as long as there are enough fundamental differences, it's not legally plagiarism... i'm not familiar with the songs cited in 1D's case so i don't know about this one...”
whats the name of Def Leppard's song for me to have a listen to?
ETA is it pour some sugar on me? I don't think they have a leg to stand on and anyway I would say they ripping a Queen song so how can they accuse others.......Reckon this will give them some column inches!
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