Amazon turns 15: Adele all-time bestseller, 1D claim fastest-selling album

Tom Pakinkis

To celebrate its 15th year, e-tailing giant Amazon has released data on its bestselling entertainment products over the past decade and a half.

Adele takes the title of bestselling artist of all time based on combined CD, vinyl, cassette and MP3 sales, finishing ahead of Coldplay in second and The Beatles in third.

However, on MP3s alone, Lady Gaga tops the best-seller list followed by Rihanna and the cast of Glee.

Adele’s overall dominance is thanks to both her ...

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