The Observer's pop critic reviews a year in which teen pop triumphed over rockFor those listening out for high notes in a withering music industry, the arrival of Take That's Progress album provided some succour. The reunion between Robbie Williams and his erstwhile bandmates sold a much-trumpeted 235,000 on its first day, making it the fastest-selling album so far this century in the UK.But before we raise a toast, it's worth contrasting these with the first day sales of Call of Duty: Black Ops...
Guardian Music — The Observer's pop critic reviews a year in which teen pop triumphed over rockFor those listening out for high notes in a withering music industry, the arrival of Take Th... more info