Pussycat Dolls, Amelle-era Sugababes and Orson (remember them?!!) (12-18 March 2006)

Pussycat Dolls, Amelle-era Sugababes and Orson (remember them?!!) (12-18 March 2006)

Author: Samuel Spencer March 18, 2026 Duration: 1:02:24

A NEW ERA IN THE UK TOP 40 CHARTS....but enough about Amelle replacing Mutya in the Sugababes, some long-awaited rule changes came in force which gave more power than ever to downloads.

Instantly, there are some winners (Black Eyed Peas), some losers (James Blunt), and a lot of chaos in between.

Let me be your guide as I tell you the stories of some of the best songs of 2006. From what will.i.am is probably saying behind all those Pussycat Doll bleeps, to the strange role Craig David had in the breakup of the Royal Family, let’s get into another chart!

Featuring the following tracks:Arctic Monkeys - When the Sun Goes Down

Beyoncé feat. Slim Thug - Check On It

The Black Eyed Peas - Pump It

Bow Wow feat. Ciara - Like You

Charlotte Church - Moodswings (To Come at Me Like That)

Chico - It’s Chico Time

Chris Brown feat. Juelz Santana - Run It

Corinne Bailey Rae - Put Your Records On

Craig David - Unbelievable

Dead or Alive - You Spin Me Round

Fall Out Boy - Sugar We’re Going Down

The Feeling - Sewn

Fightstar - Waste a Moment

Freemasons feat. Amanda Wilson - Watchin’

Hi-Tack - Say Say Say (Waiting 4 U)

Jack Johnson - Better Together

James Blunt - Goodbye My Lover

José Gonzalez - Heartbeats

Kanye West feat. Jamie Foxx - Gold Digger

Kanye West feat. Lupe Fiasco - Touch the Sky

Keisha White - The Weakness in Me

Kelly Clarkson - Because of You

Madonna - Hung Up

Madonna - Sorry

Meck feat. Leo Sayer - Thunder in My Heart Again

Michael Jackson - Billie Jean

Nizlopi - JCB Song

Notorious B.I.G. feat. Diddy and Nelly - Nasty Girl

The Ordinary Boys - Boys Will Be Boys

Orson - No Tomorrow

Placebo - Because I Want You

The Pussycat Dolls feat. will.i.am - Beep

The Rifles - Repeated Offender

Shakira - Don’t Bother

The Shapeshifters - Incredible

The Source feat. Candi Staton - You Got the Love

Sugababes - Red Dress

Sunblock - I’ll Be Ready

Westlife - Amazing

Will Young - All Time Love

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Samuel Spencer hosts The 2000s Chart Show, a weekly dive into the sonic landscape of a defining decade. This isn't just a nostalgia trip; it's a detailed, often witty archaeological dig through the UK Top 40, chart by chart. Each episode focuses on a specific week's hits, unpacking the stories behind the songs, the artists who made them, and the cultural moment they soundtracked. You'll hear the undeniable anthems alongside the curious novelties and forgotten gems, all framed with a blend of genuine affection and sharp critical commentary. The podcast treats pop music with the seriousness it deserves as a historical record, examining production trends, lyrical themes, and the sheer randomness of what captured the public's ear. It’s for anyone who lived through the era or is simply fascinated by its musical legacy, offering a structured, engaging way to revisit the sounds that shaped the 2000s. Expect a mix of analysis, personal recollection, and a clear-eyed look at what made these charts so compelling, for better or worse. Tune in to relive the highs, the lows, and everything in between, one chart position at a time.
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