The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) will alter its charts in a bid to encourage new music consumption and bolster Australia’s music industry.
ARIA’s Singles and Albums charts will now exclusively host music released within the last two years, effective from 1 September. A new set of charts, known as On Replay, will focus on music released earlier.
“These updates ensure the ARIA Charts continue to evolve in step with the listening habits of Australian music fans. We’re creating clear space to spotlight exciting new music while recognising the lasting impact and relevance of timeless classics through our ARIA On Replay Charts,” said ARIA CEO Annabelle Herd.
“Our aim is to support the discovery and celebration of great Australian music at every stage of its life.”
Older music will be allowed to enter ARIA’s main charts upon record labels’ request if the song or album has not appeared in the Top 100 for at least 10 years and has received enough engagement for a placement in the Top 30. Music eligible under these provisions may remain on the charts for 10 weeks.
These rules will also apply to ARIA’s Australian Artist Singles and Album charts. The changes have taken public and music industry feedback into account, ARIA said, with an ARIA spokesperson directing Azzet to its Frequently Asked Questions section.
The ARIA Singles chart is currently dominated by non-Australian artists, with this week’s chart led by Americans Alex Warren and Sabrina Carpenter. It also includes several songs released more than 10 years ago, including The Killers’ 2003 single “Mr Brightside”, which has been in the Top 50 for 157 weeks.
Australia’s music industry generated A$8.78 billion in revenue in 2023-2024, according to a report by Music Australia earlier this month. Music recording, production, and distribution contributed $790 million in revenue and added $350 million in gross value to Australia’s economy during that period.
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