Sam Fender and Olivia Dean’s collaboration “Rein Me In” has set a new benchmark in U.K. chart history, securing its 16th consecutive week at No. 1 and becoming the longest-running No. 1 single by a British act. This achievement surpasses the previous record held by Wet Wet Wet’s “Love Is All Around,” which spent 15 weeks at the top in 1994, and ties with Bryan Adams’ “(Everything I Do) I Do It for You” as the second-longest-running No. 1 single in Official U.K. Singles Chart history, behind Frankie Laine’s “I Believe” (18 weeks in 1953). The milestone marks a significant chapter in the song’s journey, which began over a year earlier. “Rein Me In” first appeared on Fender’s Mercury Prize-winning 2025 album People Watching and was later remixed with a new verse from Dean in 2025. The collaboration, which initially took 35 weeks to climb to No. 1, set a record for the longest ascent to the chart summit. Its eventual success in February 2026 was celebrated with a public-voted song of the year win at the 2026 BRIT Awards. Fender expressed his excitement about the record-breaking run, calling it “ridiculous” and highlighting the song’s universal appeal. He credited Olivia Dean’s contribution for expanding the track’s narrative, making it resonate with a broader audience. “There’s two sides to the story,” he said, adding that the song’s infectious energy has made it a “banger” that “officially” deserves its status. The achievement was also praised by industry figures. Ben Mortimer, president of Polydor Label Group (Fender’s label), emphasized the song’s rare quality and the team’s dedication to its growth. “Watching it build has been incredibly rewarding,” he said, noting that sustained success requires both talented artists and a committed team. Jo Charrington, president of Capitol U.K.#brit_awards #olivia_dean #rein_me_in #british_act #sam_fender
Get the SocialGraphs app from the Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=in.socialgraphs.app&hl=en_IN Sam Fender and Olivia Dean Make UK Chart History with Rein Me In Sam Fender and Olivia Dean have set a new UK chart record with their song Rein Me In, which became the longest-running number one single by a British act. The track spent 16 weeks at the top of the UK charts, surpassing Wet Wet Wet’s Love Is All Around (1994) and matching Bryan Adams’ (Everything I Do) I Do It For You for the longest-running number one by a non-Christmas single. The achievement marks the first number one for Fender and the second for Dean, who previously charted with her single Man I Need. The duet, a remix of Fender’s original track from his third solo album, was released in June of the previous year. Fender described the song’s chart success as “ridiculous” and called it “an excuse to party.” He praised Olivia Dean’s contribution, stating that her reinterpretation added an “alternative narrative” that made the song more universally relatable. “There’s two sides to the story,” Fender said, highlighting the track’s dual perspective on the end of a relationship. He also called the song a “toe tapper” and a “banger,” emphasizing its catchy, emotionally resonant appeal. Dean credited Fender for the song’s foundation but acknowledged the collaborative effort that brought it to life. The pair’s partnership helped the track achieve additional milestones, including the longest consecutive run in the UK top 40 and the most weeks in the UK top 10 for a non-Christmas single.#olivia_dean #sam_fender #rein_me_in #uk_charts #british_act https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn94rdz3e59o
How Olivia Dean’s ‘Man I Need’ Became the Flyers’ Victory Anthem The Philadelphia Flyers have embraced Olivia Dean’s pop track “Man I Need” as their unofficial victory anthem, a choice that emerged from the collaborative efforts of forward Trevor Zegras and designated locker-room DJ Owen Tippett. The song, which has become a staple in the Flyers’ post-game celebrations, marks a shift from the team’s previous win songs, such as Mac Miller’s “Knock Knock” during their 2011-12 playoff run. The decision to adopt Dean’s track was initially a suggestion by Zegras, who encouraged Tippett to include it in the team’s playlist. Tippett, who took over as the Flyers’ DJ in 2025, curated a diverse mix of music for the locker room, blending genres like rap, classic rock, and EDM. However, “Man I Need” has consistently found a place in the first few songs played after Flyers victories. While the team occasionally rotated other tracks—such as Jon Pardi’s “Hey California” during a March road trip to California—the song’s upbeat tempo and catchy melody have made it a fan favorite. The track’s rise as an anthem coincided with the Flyers’ strong 2025-26 season, during which they secured 43 wins—the best total for the team since 2011-12. Players like forward Alex Bump noted the song’s appeal, calling it “catchy” and easy to sing along to. Forward Noah Cates added that the association with winning games helped solidify its place in the team’s culture, stating, “You remember every win song that you’ve had in your career, and when they play it, you just remember it and have those good memories.” Dean’s music has already made waves in Philadelphia sports circles. Her 2026 Grammy Award win for Best New Artist and the success of her album The Art of Loving—which includes “Man I Need”—highlighted her growing influence.#olivia_dean #trevor_zegras #philly_flyers #owen_tippett #phoenix_sun_devils
Taylor Swift Leads 2026 American Music Awards Nominations: Full List Taylor Swift, the most decorated artist in the history of the American Music Awards (AMAs), with 40 trophies to her name, leads the nominations for the 2026 ceremony with eight nods. Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter, and sombr follow closely with seven nominations each, while Alex Warren and Lady Gaga each secure six. Swift’s dominance positions her to further solidify her place as the all-time leader in AMA wins, currently holding 40 titles. Michael Jackson remains second with 24, followed by Alabama (23) and Whitney Houston (21). Justin Bieber, with four nominations this year, is also poised to climb the all-time AMA leaderboard. The pop star has won 18 awards and could tie Kenny Rogers for the second-most wins among male artists if he claims even one award this year. Dean and sombr, both first-time AMA nominees, are competing in three categories: new artist of the year, song of the year, and breakthrough album of the year. The pair faced off for best new artist at the 2026 Grammy Awards, with Dean emerging victorious. Other first-time nominees include Alex Warren, BigXthaPlug, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, PinkPantheress, RAYE, Role Model, Sienna Spiro, and Tate McRae. Teyana Taylor makes her debut as an AMA nominee this year for best female R&B artist. The actress and singer is on a strong awards trajectory, having received an Oscar nomination (and Golden Globe win) for best supporting actress in One Battle After Another, a Grammy nod for best R&B album for Escape Room, and an upcoming honor at the Billboard Women in Music 2026 event with the Visionary Award.#taylor_swift #morgan_wallen #olivia_dean #sabrina_carpenter #american_music_awards
52nd American Music Awards Nominations Unveiled: Taylor Swift Leads with Eight Nods Los Angeles, CA – April 14, 2026 – The 52nd American Music Awards (AMAs) nominations were officially announced today, with Taylor Swift taking the lead by securing eight nods. Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter, and SOMBR followed closely behind, each earning seven nominations. The star-studded event, hosted by Queen Latifah, will air live on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026, from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The ceremony will broadcast on CBS and Paramount+, marking the largest venue in the show’s history. Fan voting for the AMAs is now open, with ballots available via VoteAMAs.com and the @AMAs Instagram profile. Voting closes on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 11:59:59 PM PT, except for the Social Song of the Year and Tour of the Year categories, which remain open until the first 30 minutes of the broadcast. The nominations are determined by key fan interactions, including streaming activity, album and song sales, radio airplay, and tour grosses. These metrics are tracked by Billboard and Luminate, the entertainment industry’s leading data partners, covering the eligibility period from March 21, 2025, to March 26, 2026. Tickets for the event are now available on AXS. The nominations highlight a mix of established and emerging artists. Olivia Dean and SOMBR, both first-time nominees, earned seven nods each, competing against one another in categories such as New Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, and Breakthrough Album of the Year. Other debutantes include Alex Warren, BigXthaPlug, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, PinkPantheress, RAYE, Role Model, SIENNA SPIRO, and Tate McRae. Teyana Taylor, known for her acting career, makes her AMAs debut as a nominee for Best Female R&B Artist.#taylor_swift #morgan_wallen #olivia_dean #sabrina_carpenter #american_music_awards
Bruno Mars' "I Just Might" Reaches #1 At Pop Radio, Remains #1 At Hot Adult Contemporary Bruno Mars’ “I Just Might” has climbed to the top of this week’s Mediabase pop airplay chart, securing the #1 position after receiving approximately 16,081 spins during the March 15-21 tracking period. This marks a significant increase from the previous week’s total, which was 16,081 minus 953. The song also maintains its reign at the top of the Hot Adult Contemporary chart for a second consecutive week, with around 5,485 spins recorded at the format, a rise of 157 compared to the prior week. The pop chart sees Olivia Dean’s “Man I Need” dropping to #2, while Justin Bieber’s “YUKON” moves up to #3. Taylor Swift’s “Opalite” falls to #4, and Tate McRae’s “TIT FOR TAT” remains at #5. Meanwhile, the Hot Adult Contemporary chart features “Man I Need” staying at #2, HUNTR/X’s “Golden” rising to #3, Alex Warren’s “Ordinary” climbing to #4, and “Opalite” slipping to #5. The chart movements highlight the ongoing competition among artists in the pop and adult contemporary genres, with Bruno Mars’ track continuing to dominate both formats. The song’s success underscores its broad appeal and strong performance across different radio audiences.#bruno_mars #justin_bieber #mediabase_pop_airplay_chart #hot_adult_contemporary_chart #olivia_dean
