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The History of the Irish Singles Chart

This year the Irish Singles Chart turns 60, having broadcast for the first time in 1962. But what was the first Irish Number 1 and how has the chart system evolved over 6 decades? Sean was joined by music journalist Eamon Sweeney to discuss...

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15.30 15 Nov 2022


The History of the Irish Singles Chart


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15.30 15 Nov 2022


This year the Irish Singles Chart turns 60, having broadcast for the first time in 1962. But what was the first Irish Number 1 and how has the chart system evolved over 6 decades?

Sean was joined by music journalist Eamon Sweeney to discuss...


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