Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Ed Sheeran’s "Sapphire" hits No. 1 on the U.K. Official Singles ...

Ed Sheeran’s “Sapphire” opens at No. 2 on both the Official Physical Singles and Official Vinyl Singles charts in the U.K. days before his album Play drops. LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 23: Ed Sheeran ...

This story is part of the 2025 TIME100. Read Chris Hemsworth’s tribute to Ed Sheeran here. There’s a moment in the middle of Ed Sheeran’s secret St. Patrick’s Day show in Boston when the audience ...

Ed Sheeran uses his signature loop pedal during his Tiny Desk Concert. Ed Sheeran’s Tiny Desk (Home) concert from 2021 wasn’t just another stop in his tour, it was one of NPR Music’s standout moments ...