Photo Credit: Stephen JensenFive Finger Death Punch
Allen Kovac’s Better Noise Music has made Mediabase Active Rock Chart history, ranking as the No.1 label on the chart for three straight years.
Mediabase acknowledged Better Noise Music’s achievement in the 2020 year-end radio charts released today (December 9).
The news comes in the same week that Billboard named Better Noise Music No.1 Mainstream Rock Label of 2020.
Better Noise Music not only maintained its No.1 ranking, but the label also saw 34% growth from 12% market share to 16.1% of all Active Rock airplay.
The label’s artist Five Finger Death Punch has also been named No.1 Active Rock Artist of the Year for 2020.
Better Noise achieved the record-breaking feat with two No.1s from Five Finger Death Punch, two No.1s from Bad Wolves and another from Papa Roach in the top spot.
A further five tracks made the Top 10, from Mongolian rockers The Hu, breakthrough Country Rock act Cory Marks , From Ashes to New and Fire From The Gods .
There was another first for the label as Bad Wolves’ two No.1s this year gave them the title as the first band to have five songs No.1 in a row in Active Rock.
Their latest single Learn To Walk Again is spending its second week in the Top 10.
“The A&R at Better Noise Music is second to none, combining that with data science and fan engagement allows us to lean in when the data shows that a track is working for the listeners, and that’s good for radio, streaming, the artist and the label.”
Allen Kovac, Better Noise
Allen Kovac, said: “Whenever I am asked how we are able to garner this success, my answer is the same, there is no secret sauce.
“The A&R at Better Noise Music is second to none, combining that with data science and fan engagement allows us to lean in when the data shows that a track is working for the listeners, and that’s good for radio, streaming, the artist and the label.”
“I’m so grateful to my friends at rock radio for supporting our Better Noise Artists.”
Jackie Kajzer, Better Noise
Senior VP of Promotions, Jackie Kajzer, said: “ I’m so grateful to my friends at rock radio for supporting our Better Noise Artists. I’m proud of the job we’ve done in Artist Development and the diversity of our roster.
“Thanks again to rock radio for expanding the sound of the format with artists like The Hu, Fire From the Gods, Cory Marks and of course with core artists like Five Finger Death Punch and Papa Roach.”
“Jackie’s incomparable work ethic and passion for artist development makes her the best in the business.”
Steve Kline, Better Noise
Steve Kline/Better Noise COO, aded: “Jackie’s incomparable work ethic and passion for artist development makes her the best in the business.
“We look forward to her impactful contribution to our marketing mix in 2021 as we continue to push boundaries by breaking more new artists while expanding the growth and diversity of our established roster.”
