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Olly Murs named most played pop artist of 2013

Olly Murs has come top in a list of the most played pop stars in the UK last year.

Music royalty body Phonographic Performance Ltd, who deal with public plays of songs in places such as pubs, shops and clubs, have confirmed that Murs was the most played act of 2013.

In second place is Bruno Mars, whilst P!nk is No.3. Commenting on the news, Murs said:

"I'd like to thank all the writers and producers on all the records that I've done, they've been incredible, of course the TV channels, the radio stations, the pubs, the clubs, the bingo halls, whoever has played my songs.

"It means a lot to me and of course the fans because I wouldn't be here today if it wasn't for them."

The top ten most played artists of 2013 meanwhile are as follows:

  • 1. Olly Murs
  • 2. Bruno Mars
  • 3. P!nk
  • 4. Rihanna
  • 5. Calvin Harris
  • 6. Robbie Williams
  • 7. Justin Timberlake
  • 8. Katy Perry
  • 9. Taylor Swift
  • 10. Queen

Watch Olly Murs in action below: