If the bets are still open, some artists are already essential as the future winners of the 40th edition of the Victoires de la Musique.
Everyone remembers the coronation of Zaho de Sagazan last year during the 39th Victoires de la Musique ceremony. Will there be an artist of such renown at the Seine Musicale de Boulogne-Billancourt this year again? The list of nominees is very heterogeneous, there are confirmed singers like Philippe Katerine, renowned musicians as justice, but also artists who only ask to be known, like Solann or Lucky Love.
Presented by Léa Salamé and Cyril Féraud, this 40th edition of the Victoires de la Musique will start at 9:10 p.m. this Friday, live on France 2 and France Inter. For his part, singer Alain Souchon, Customary figure of victories, especially thanks to his “sentimental crowd” tube, will chair the ceremony that has become a launch ramp for many artists.
But he will have to share the scene with another heavyweight: Eddy Mitchell, whose new album entitled Amigos was released last November. Even if he will not be there to liven up the evening, he should make an appearance to receive an honor victory. The opening and fence ceremonies of the games, with Thomas Jolly and Victor Le Masne with the baguette, also appear surprise guests in the “Concert” category. And leave favorites, according to several observers.
The nominees for the Victoires de la Musique 2025
Female artist:
- Clara Luciani
- Zaho de Sagazan
- Santa
- Yseult
Revealed by the Hyphen Hyphen group, Santa has been a solo road for two years, with a flawless determination. And the bet is won: its electrifying lives have earned it dazzling recognition. This year, she won a record of nominations, especially for her first album Repeat mewhere his magnetic voice married on the piano. The singer of Salty popcorn is also in the running for the best original song, the best concert and the title of female artist of the year
Male artist:
- Gims
- Justice
- Philippe Katerine
- Tiakola
The electro tandem went around the world after the release ofHyperdramaan album carried by the single Neprender In duet with Tame Impala. With twenty-two years of existence, four albums, a third Grammy Awards this year, several titles played during the closing ceremony of the Olympic Games, the duo has something to get out of the game.
Female revelation:
With Romehaving become a anthem of feminist demonstrations, Solann stands out as an essential voice on the French scene. Triplely named, it combines raw authenticity and emotional power. A dazzling that could well assert a victory this year.
Male revelation:
- Pierre Garnier
- Lucky Love
- Aliocha Schneider
Revealed by his performance at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paralympic Games, Lucky Love, alias Luc Bruyère, is appointed in the male revelation and original song categories. This dancer, model and cabaret artist, launched himself at 31 years old in music with his first album I don’t care if burnsa clever mixture of electro, soul and international influences. This year again, he stands out as a rising figure of the current music scene.
Scene revelation:
- Aliocha Schneider
- Solann
- Yoa
It was on stage that Yoa was able to captivate his audience. Solo or surrounded by his dancers, his presence is as electrifying, whether in the first part of Eddy de Pretto or at the Trianon. At 26, she already won by her voice, her charisma and her pop songs with well found writing. But facing Solann and Aliocha Schneider, the competition remains very tight.
Album:
- Bdlm Flight. 1 tiakola
- Hyperdrama of justice
- Impermanence Alain Chamfort
- My blood by Clara Luciani
- Repeat me Santa
Repeat meSanta’s first solo album is one of the great successes of 2024, praised for its sensitive texts and its powerful choruses. Influenced by Michel Berger, Mylène Farmer and Fleetwood Mac, he reveals an intimate and touching facet of the artist. As soon as it was released, the album met with a dazzling success, rising to the best sales.
Original song,, chosen by the public
- Those we were by Pierre Garnier
- Together Aliocha Schneider
- Repeat me Santa
- Rome Solann
- Everything for me by Clara Luciani
With more than 10 million streams in 10 days, the tube Those we were was a real phenomenon of French variety. This title marked the year, accumulating radio and streaming success. With such popularity and such explosive start, the other artists find it difficult to compete.
The complete list of music victories last year last year
- Audiovisual creation: Commando – Shay
- Male artists: Vianney And Gas
- Concert : Damso
- Original song: The symphony of lightning – Zaho de Sagazan
- Album: The symphony of lightning – Zaho de Sagazan
- Scene revelation: Zaho de Sagazan
- Female revelation: Zaho de Sagazan
- Male revelation: Yamê
- Female artist: Aya Nakamuza
For these Victoires de la Musique 2025, only one category was subject to the votes of the public: that of the original song of the year. The composition of the Victoire Academy, which so far brought together 800 voters – 600 professionals in the music sector and 200 voters from the public, is now made up of 882 people, all professionals in the environment, with a better performance of the live performance.