British Musicians and their influence in the music industry

In recent years, the music industry as undergone major changes. While it was previously dominated by American artists, Britons have now taken over some parts of the industry. In 2011, 12% of the global market music market was accounted for by British artists and this movement as only gotten stronger. If we look back in history, there have always been British groups, such as the Beatles, who managed to "tame" the global/American market and these groups and singers certainly made it easier for the following artists who wanted to accomplish the same thing.

UK-artists have also taken over various chart lists all over the world and the US, such as the Billboard Hot 100. What is even more surprising is the success of UK debut albums in the Billboard Hot 100. Only 7 British artists have managed to score a Top 10 spot, like the Spice Girls, One Direction or the Beatles. This change is also visible at award shows, like the American Music Awards. At last years (2014) award ceremony, British artists snagged up 6 awards, including the "Artist of the year"-Award - won by One Direction.

But Britons haven't just secured spots in the elite of the American music industry, they have also had global success. Now, it's not just American artists who tour the world, but also Brits like Ed Sheeran, Adele and Robbie Williams with sold out shows all over the world. But the first ones to achieve this and pave the way for the future were The Beatles.