Austrian music chart ranks, Austria Top 40, now includes Austriacharts and podcast listings as well.
The Austrian Music Industry Association (Ö3) has extended its cooperation with IFPI, leading to exciting developments in the Austrian music market. This extended partnership will now see the compilation of monthly chart lists for singles and albums in Austria.
First introduced in September 1995, the O3 Austria Top 40 has been a staple of the Austrian music industry, representing a cross-section of the market. The charts, compiled by GfK Entertainment on behalf of IFPI, take sales data from small, medium, and large retailers, as well as download platforms and streaming services, into account.
The O3 Austria Top 40, Austria's only official hit parade, has been a part of the O3 program since its inception in 1967. Over the years, it has evolved to reflect the changing landscape of the music industry, and now, with the extended cooperation, it will continue to do so.
In addition to the monthly charts, a dedicated podcast will launch, providing an in-depth look at the current charts. This podcast, announced by IFPI on Wednesday, will offer insights into the weekly best-selling music productions in the singles category, which have been in existence since January 1990.
Every Monday at 10 PM, music fans can tune in to witness the latest rankings of the O3 Austria Top 40. The charts are based on the rules set by the O3 Austria Top 40, ensuring fairness and transparency.
Austria Presse Agentur eG (APA), the owner of the largest national news and press agency in Austria, based in Vienna, will no doubt be a key player in disseminating these updates to the public.
The O3 charts, including the O3 Austria Top 40, have been a trusted source for music industry insights for decades. With these new developments, the future of the Austrian music market looks promising, offering fans even more ways to engage with their favourite artists and stay up-to-date with the latest trends.
