Rihanna, Gnarls Barkley and James Morrison (16 - 22 July 2006)

Rihanna, Gnarls Barkley and James Morrison (16 - 22 July 2006)

Author: Samuel Spencer July 22, 2026 Duration: 1:01:14

FOR THE FIRST TIME IN A LONG TIME, WE HAVE A FLOP GIRLBAND ON THE SHOW!!! Rejoice as we explore the career of Nylon, Iceland’s answer to the Spice Girls but without the tunes on the latest episode of the 2000s pop music history podcast dedicated to exploring every single UK singles chart of that most nostalgic of decades.Elsewhere on this week’s UK top 40 in 2006, Gnarls Barkley have the very hard task of following up Crazy, but luckily have an amazing song to do it with, while Rihanna is trying to show she can tackle a ballad with Unfaithful.

James Morrison is battling with Paolo Nutini for the new James Blunt crown, Shayne Ward is handing on for dear life, and Rooster are just trying to get literally anyone to take them seriously.

Featuring the following songs:Armand Van Helden - MyMyMy

The Automatic - Monster

Beatfreakz - Somebody’s Watching Me

Bob Sinclar feat. Steve Edwards - World Hold On (Children of the Sky)

Busta Rhymes - I Love My Chick

Dirty Pretty Things - Deadwood

The Feeling - Fill My Little World

George Michael - An Easier Affair

Gnarls Barkley - Smiley Faces

Infernal - From Paris to Berlin

James Dean Bradfield - That’s No Way to Tell a Lie

James Morrison - You Give Me Something

Jamie T - Sheila

Justice vs Simian - We Are Your Friends

Keane - Is It Any Wonder

Kelly Clarkson - Breakaway

The Kooks - Naive

The Kooks - She Moves in Her Own Way

Lily Allen - Smile

Lostprophets - Rooftops (A Liberation Broadcast)

Milburn - Cheshire Cat Smile

Muse - Supermassive Black Hole

Nelly Furtado - Maneater

Ne-Yo - Sexy Love

Nylon - Losing a Friend

Oakenfold feat. Brittany Murphy - Faster Kill Pussycat

Paolo Nutini - Last Request

Pink - Who Knew

Pussycat Dolls feat. Snoop Dogg - Buttons

Razorlight - In the Morning

Red Hot Chili Peppers - Dani California

Richard Ashcroft - Words Just Get in the Way

Rihanna - Unfaithful

Rogue Traders - Voodoo Child

Rooster - Home

Sandi Thom - I Wish I Was a Punk Rocker (With Flowers in My Hair)

Sergio Mendes & The Black Eyed Peas - Mas Que Nada

Shakira feat. Wyclef Jean - Hips Don’t Lie

Shayne Ward - Stand By Me

The Zutons - Valerie

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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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