PLM Chart Heat Weekly: Jamie Miller Makes Welsh Chart History as Tate McRae Turns Up the Heat Issue 001 | 23–29 October 2026 PLM Entertainments & Events The UK charts are delivering some serious pop music this week, with a Welsh artist claiming the Number 1 spot, a major new entry from Tate McRae and Olivia Rodrigo making a dramatic climb into the Top 3. Welcome to the first edition of PLM Chart Heat Weekly, your weekly look at the biggest pop hits, new releases, rising stars and tracks making waves across the UK. At PLM Entertainments & Events, music is at the heart of everything we do. Whether we're entertaining hundreds of wedding guests, filling dancefloors at birthday celebrations or discovering the next big hit, keeping up with the latest music is part of the job. So, what's happening in the charts this week? The Big Story: Jamie Miller Takes the UK Number 1 It's a particularly special week for Welsh music. Cardiff-born singer Jamie Miller has climbed to Number 1 on the Official UK Singles Chart with Babydoll, rising from Number 2 after nine weeks on the chart. It's a landmark achievement for the Welsh singer and a fantastic moment for Welsh pop music. For a Welsh entertainment business like PLM, that's something worth celebrating. Babydoll has become one of the standout pop records of the moment, combining an instantly recognisable melody with the emotional delivery that has helped Miller build his audience. And with Tate McRae close behind, the battle for next week's Number 1 could be fascinating. This Week's Top 10 Chart Heat Here are the ten biggest tracks on the Official UK Singles Chart for 23–29 October 2026. Position Artist Track 1 Jamie Miller Babydoll 2 Tate McRae Housewife 3 Olivia Rodrigo & Chappell Roan expectations 4 Ashe Stop The Wedding! 5 SIENNA SPIRO Great Expectation 6 Ella Langley Choosin' Texas 7 Zach Bryan ft. Lana Del Rey Lies 8 ADÉLA Nicole Kidman 9 Olivia Rodrigo the cure 10 Taylor Swift Patient Zero It's an interesting mix of established stars and emerging artists, with contemporary pop sharing the spotlight with country influences, alternative music and singer-songwriters. The presence of Ella Langley and Zach Bryan also demonstrates how country music continues to connect with mainstream UK audiences. New Entries: Tate McRae Makes an Immediate Impact One of the week's biggest talking points is Tate McRae, whose latest single Housewife enters the Official Singles Chart at Number 2. That's an impressive debut, particularly with Jamie Miller holding the top spot. McRae has developed a distinctive sound built around confident vocals, polished production and contemporary pop influences. From a DJ's perspective, she's an artist worth keeping an eye on. Her music bridges the gap between chart pop and dance-oriented playlists, making her particularly relevant to younger party audiences. Another notable new entry is Lies, the collaboration between Zach Bryan and Lana Del Rey, which arrives at Number 7. It's further evidence that today's charts aren't confined to traditional pop. Country, alternative and singer-songwriter influences are increasingly part of the mainstream. Biggest Climbers: Olivia Rodrigo and Chappell Roan One of the most striking movements this week belongs to Olivia Rodrigo and Chappell Roan. Their collaboration expectations climbs from Number 35 to Number 3 on the Official Singles Chart. That's a remarkable 32-place jump. Both artists have established strong individual identities, and their collaboration brings together two major contemporary pop audiences. Meanwhile, Jamie Miller's move from Number 2 to Number 1 demonstrates that a song doesn't need to debut at the top to become a chart leader. Sometimes the biggest records build momentum over several weeks. Country Music Makes Its Mark One of the more interesting developments in this week's Top 10 is the presence of two country-influenced releases. Ella Langley's Choosin' Texas sits at Number 6, while Zach Bryan's collaboration with Lana Del Rey, Lies, holds Number 7. Country music has increasingly found its way into mainstream playlists, particularly as artists blend traditional storytelling with modern production and pop sensibilities. For working DJs, this is another reminder of the importance of keeping an open-format music library. Not every chart hit is destined to become a dancefloor anthem, but understanding changing musical tastes helps us cater for a much wider audience. Tracks Losing Momentum Not every established hit can remain at the summit. Taylor Swift's Patient Zero slips from Number 1 to Number 10 this week, while Ashe's Stop The Wedding! moves from Number 3 to Number 4. ADÉLA's Nicole Kidman also moves down from Number 5 to Number 8. These remain significant chart records, but the movement illustrates just how competitive the UK singles market has become. For DJs, falling chart positions don't automatically mean a track should disappear from a playlist. Audience recognition, requests and dancefloor reaction still matter far more than chart position alone. Artist Spotlight: SIENNA SPIRO One artist continuing to attract attention is SIENNA SPIRO. With Great Expectation sitting at Number 5, she's becoming an increasingly important name in contemporary pop. Her music brings a more soulful and expressive approach to the charts, offering something different from heavily electronic productions. It's a reminder that strong songwriting and vocal performances remain just as important as production trends. We'll be watching her progress closely over the coming weeks. PLM's Five Tracks to Watch Beyond the Official Top 10, these are five tracks we're keeping an eye on for our playlists and future events. 1. Movin' To The Sun — HUGEL, Imael Angel & Ultra Naté An electronic crossover with strong dance credentials. One to investigate for upbeat party sets. 2. Raindance — Dave & Tems A contemporary crossover worth knowing, particularly for audiences following current UK music. 3. Angel Of My Dreams — JADE Bold, theatrical pop with plenty of personality. 4. Homewrecker — sombr A modern pop selection that may appeal to younger chart-focused audiences. 5. Good Girl — Cloonee, Prospa & Tristan Henry A club-oriented choice that connects Chart Heat Weekly with the sounds covered in PLM Dancefloor Weekly. These are PLM editorial recommendations rather than an additional official chart ranking. Apple Music: PLM Weekly Pop & Chart Heat We've also put together our PLM Weekly Pop & Chart Heat selection, featuring approximately 25 current pop and crossover tracks. The idea is simple: keep the playlist focused on what's popular right now. Every week we'll review the latest releases, significant chart climbers and tracks that are starting to lose momentum. Whether you're discovering music for your own playlists, preparing for a party or simply keeping up with what's current, it's designed to be a useful weekly listening guide. Listen to PLM Weekly Pop & Chart Heat on Apple Music. https://music.apple.com/gb/playlist/plm-weekly-pop-chart-heat/pl.u-xlyN5WXCpXG7la Looking Ahead: Who Could Take Next Week's Number 1? With Jamie Miller sitting at the summit and Tate McRae making such an impressive debut, next week's chart could be another close contest. Olivia Rodrigo and Chappell Roan are also worth watching after their dramatic climb into the Top 3. Our prediction? The battle between Babydoll, Housewife and expectations will be one of the stories to follow. Whether any of them can hold or improve their positions will depend on how listeners respond over the coming days. Music Is What We Do At PLM Entertainments & Events, keeping up with music isn't simply about following the charts. It's about understanding what people are listening to, recognising the records that connect with different generations and knowing how to bring that music into a live celebration. From the latest pop hits to timeless dancefloor classics, every great event deserves the right soundtrack. PLM Chart Heat Weekly will be back next Friday with more chart news, new releases, rising artists and our latest music selections. In the meantime, explore our entertainment services, discover our other music features and see what we can bring to your next celebration. PLM Entertainments & Events It's all about the experience. https://plmentertainments.com