The New and updated version of the COMPLETE NEW ZEALAND MUSIC CHARTS book has been released and is now available (From me, a few book stores, and online at www.abbamail.com)
This book contains all chart information relevant to New Zealand. From NZ's very first chart in March 1966 to the last one of 2006.
A List of EVERY artist to hit our charts (Singles, Albums, DVDs, as well as Compilation albums), all their charted releases on said formats that charted, their peak position, weeks on chart, date charted, certification (Silver, Gold, Platinum, Multi-Platinum), title, Airplay information, Label & Catalogue number, plus any relevant notes.
Each Artist also has a mini-bio, mainly stating where they are from and what kind of music they record.
There is also information in the front of the book. A full list of Singles, Albums and DVD #1 hits, top singles and albums of each year, top artists for each decade, top airplay hits that didn't chart, and top artists overall.
The book is $60 NZ plus postage and packaging ($5 within NZ) and is a limited edition of 350 copies.
SO...
Do you want to know if your favourite song really was a hit in NZ? Or perhaps you've heard that it was #1 in NZ and want to know for sure.
Or perhaps you want to know how well your favourite act did in NZ?
Or perhaps you'd like to know which songs were hits for your favourite act?
This book is like a time capsule of New Zealand chart history, every song is a memory for someone, whether it be Sloop John B., Dancing Queen, One Tree Hill, That Don't Impress Me Much, Can't Get You Out Of My Head.
For more details on orderinig this book, feel free to contact me.
You can now vote here for your favourite albums of the 20th century.
http://hstrial-dscapolo.homestead.com/Page1.html
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It appears my previous survey has been deleted from this website for some obscure reason not given to me.
However, if you would like to partake in this survey of your favorite albums, you can visit my website, which is in my bio and I will attach here as well.
I hope this one stays in the site. If not, I hope I get a reason why it is removed.
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Also have a look at the regular blog website:
http://nzchartbooks.blogspot.com/
This will give you more information about the book, as will the link on the RIANZ official website.
Dean Scapolo
New Zealand Chart Consultant (Informal)