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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Inga Parkel

Weather conditions ‘may influence song’s success in UK music charts’, research finds

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Don't like the songs in the charts this week? Blame it on the weather.

Weather conditions, as well as seasonal patterns, can play a role in shaping a listener's song preferences, which in turn, may have a direct impact on its success in the UK music charts, new research has found.

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