Now That's What I Call Music!

Now That's What I Call Music! is a series of compilation albums featuring Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, and Christina Aguilera, among other popular artists, released by Universal Music Group and Sony Music Entertainment. The series was created by Ashley Abram and Stephen Navin of EMI and Virgin Records, with the first album released in the United Kingdom in 1983, featuring The Police, Duran Duran, and The Cure. The series has since become a global phenomenon, with releases in over 100 countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia, and featuring artists such as Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and Lady Gaga.

History

The concept of the series was born out of a meeting between Ashley Abram and Stephen Navin of EMI and Virgin Records, who wanted to create a compilation album featuring the biggest hits of the time, including songs by Michael Jackson, Prince, and Madonna. The first album, released in 1983, was a huge success, and the series quickly expanded to other countries, including the United States, where it was released by Universal Music Group and featured artists such as Mariah Carey, Boyz II Men, and Celine Dion. Over the years, the series has featured a wide range of artists, from The Beatles and The Rolling Stones to Beyoncé and Rihanna, and has become a staple of the music industry, with releases often coinciding with major events such as the Grammy Awards and the MTV Video Music Awards.

Series_by_Country

The series has been released in many countries around the world, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia, and Germany, featuring local artists such as Kylie Minogue, Shania Twain, and Nelly Furtado. Each country's series has its own unique flavor, with tracks selected by local music experts, such as BBC Radio 1 and MTV Europe, and featuring artists such as U2, The Killers, and The Black Eyed Peas. The series has also been released in other countries, including France, Japan, and Brazil, featuring artists such as Daft Punk, Ayumi Hamasaki, and Ivete Sangalo. In the United States, the series is released by Universal Music Group and features artists such as Jay-Z, Kanye West, and Adele.

Compilation_Process

The compilation process for the series involves a team of music experts, including DJ Khaled, Ryan Seacrest, and Carson Daly, who select the tracks to be included on each album, often based on their performance on the Billboard Hot 100 and other music charts. The team considers a range of factors, including the artist's popularity, the song's chart performance, and the overall flow of the album, to create a cohesive and engaging listening experience, featuring artists such as Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, and Ariana Grande. The tracks are then mastered and sequenced to create a seamless listening experience, often with the help of renowned producers such as Max Martin and Dr. Luke.

Release_Format

The series has been released in a variety of formats over the years, including CD, cassette tape, and digital download, featuring artists such as The Weeknd, Selena Gomez, and Shawn Mendes. In recent years, the series has been released exclusively in digital format, with tracks available on streaming platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and Tidal, and featuring playlists curated by Pandora Radio and iHeartRadio. The series has also been released in special edition formats, such as vinyl and DVD, featuring bonus tracks and behind-the-scenes footage, often in collaboration with Vevo and YouTube Music.

Impact_and_Reception

The series has had a significant impact on the music industry, with many artists, including Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and Lady Gaga, crediting the series with helping to launch their careers, and often performing at events such as the American Music Awards and the Billboard Music Awards. The series has also been praised for its ability to bring together a wide range of artists and genres, creating a unique and engaging listening experience, often featuring collaborations between artists such as Justin Bieber and Skrillex, and Alessia Cara and Zedd. However, the series has also faced criticism for its commercialism and lack of artistic merit, with some critics, including Rolling Stone and Pitchfork, arguing that the series prioritizes profit over quality, and often features artists such as Miley Cyrus and Nicki Minaj.

Discography

The series has released over 100 albums worldwide, featuring a wide range of artists, from The Beatles and The Rolling Stones to Beyoncé and Rihanna, and including albums such as Now That's What I Call Music! 1, Now That's What I Call Music! 2, and Now That's What I Call Music! 3, often in collaboration with Warner Music Group and Atlantic Records. The series has also released several spin-off albums, including Now That's What I Call Music! Dance and Now That's What I Call Music! Hip Hop, featuring artists such as Calvin Harris, David Guetta, and Lil Wayne, and often in partnership with Def Jam Recordings and Interscope Records. With its diverse range of artists and genres, the series continues to be a popular and influential force in the music industry, with releases often coinciding with major events such as the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and the Lollapalooza music festival. Category:Music compilation series