The list, compiled by music licensing body PPL, is based on the number of plays per artist on TV, radio or in public since 2000 and places Robbie just behind Madonna, who tops the list, and The Beatles.
1. Madonna
2. The Beatles
3. Robbie Williams
4. Queen
5. Take That
6. Sugababes
7. Elton John
8. Elvis Presley
9. Abba
10. Coldplay