Use four approaches to find CD sales reports.
Finding CD sales for an individual performance artist or band can be a bit tricky. At best, reported numbers are estimates based on physical store sales, online CD purchases and music downloads. When searching for sales for a band or individual, a few avenues are available. Use each source combined to gather the best information possible. Also consider individual song sales along with full CD sales, as song downloads are a fast-growing facet of the music industry.
Instructions
1. Visit the artist's official website to find reports on CD sales. Read any additional articles available to find sales statistics.
2. Contact the artist directly or their management group to inquire about CD sales reports. Locate the phone number, email address and other contact information on the artist's website. Explain why you are interested in finding out the number of CD sales.
3. Read any "Billboard" publications or search Billboard.com for weekly CD sales reports and other information on current artists and performers.
4. Contact your local radio station or a local agent to see if they have access to Neilsen SoundScan information. The Neilsen website is accessible only by corporate account holders. Explain why you are seeking the CD sales report for the artist to create dialogue and ask politely for the statistics.
