The numbers are in for 2009 as the IFPI publishes it's yearly 'Record Industry In Numbers' . While the overall picture saw a global drop of 7% in recorded music revenues there was growth in 13 key markets including Australia, Mexico, South Korea, Sweeden & the UK. The two biggest markets, the US & Japan, made up 80% of the overall decline.
For more highlights from the report head over to the IFPI - HERE