25 years of Amadeus: A musical festival for Austria's stars!

25 years of Amadeus: A musical festival for Austria's stars!

Marx Halle, Wien, Österreich - The Amadeus Austrian Music Awards, an annual highlight in the domestic music scene, celebrated their impressive 25th anniversary in 2025. This solemn event will take place on March 7 in the Vienna Marx Halle and will be moderated by the popular prominent Conchita Wurst and Andi Knoll. The nominations in a total of 14 categories testify to a large number of talented artists, including the Viennese musician Bibiza, who goes into the race with four nominations. Rian, Wanda and Folkshilfe are also strongly in the focus of the audience with three nominations, as reported on ifpi.at

At this anniversary it was already announced that the Seer are honored with the life's price, while the newcomer SODL receives the FM4 Award. The award promises a spectacular show program with live appearances by artists such as Pizzera & Jaus, Josh. And Rian, which further increases the high anticipation for the event. The event will be transferred live to ORF 1 from 9:35 p.m., so that the fans who cannot be on site can also be up close. "We want to let the brand live up with a special Amadeus," said IFPI President Franz Pleterski optimistically, and announced a brilliant show to celebrate the anniversary, which can accommodate twice as many guests than before, reported vienna.at .

The nominating process reflects a mixture of sales, jury ratings and public votes and ensures that both established and aspiring artists receive the recognition they deserve. The award has changed a lot in the past 25 years; The original award of international artists has now focused on promoting the Austrian music scene. "The Amadeus nominations show the enormous diversity, quality and creativity of the Austrian music landscape," said Pleterski. While public voting days are still running until January 16, fans can hand in their voices for their favorite artists every day and thus actively take part in the award ceremony.