It’s been 4 years since we last counted down the Top 200 artists in my iTunes library. Since my iTunes stats are still intact, across multiple PCs, iPods, iPads, and iPhones, I figured it was time to take another look at the artists that have entertained me the most based on number of plays from late 2007 through January 1, 2021.
We continue today with the next batch of 10 artists, with the 2 tied for 69th place followed by the single artists at 68th through 61st.
#69: Black Eyed Peas
iTunes stats: 126 plays
Previous ranking: #74
The six-time Grammy Award winners see a 110% increase in plays over the past 4 years, moving up 5 spots.
#69: Sheryl Crow
iTunes stats: 126 plays
Previous ranking: #81
The one-time backup singer for Michael Jackson jumps 12 spots after adding 69 additional listens to the 8 songs I’ve listened to in my collection.
#68: John Williams
iTunes stats: 127 plays
Previous ranking: #66
The composer of some of the most popular and recognizable film scores in cinematic history, including the Star Wars and Superman series, picks up 62 new listens over the last 4 years.
#67: Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
iTunes stats: 129 plays
Previous ranking: #57
The inspiration for the musical Jersey Boys drops 10 spots after gaining a mere 46 new plays.
#66: Red Hot Chili Peppers
iTunes stats: 130 plays
Previous ranking: #74
The California-based rockers, who I saw briefly at Lollapalooza back in 2016, increase their plays by 117% over the last 4 years.
#65: Warrant
iTunes stats: 131 plays
Previous ranking: #65
The favorite of strip clubs everywhere, and the Adam Carolla Show, added 65 new listens, which kept them completely even.
#64: The Bangles
iTunes stats: 133 plays
Previous ranking: #71
The quintessential 80s girl group, who I saw at the House of Blues back in 2000, more than doubled their plays over the last 4 years.
#63: Jewel
iTunes stats: 135 plays
Previous ranking: #96
The addition of 2 of her most popular radio edits helps the 4-time Grammy nominee jump 33 spots after picking up 88 new listens.
#62: Toad the Wet Sprocket
iTunes stats: 137 plays
Previous ranking: #52
A 10 spot drop thanks to a mere 46% increase in listens for the 90s alternative band.
#61: Run-D.M.C.
iTunes stats: 125 plays
Previous ranking: #63
The rap pioneers from New York added 67 new listens to their 6 songs in my collection.