The Amadeus Austrian Music Awards celebrate their 25th anniversary this year, showcasing a diverse array of talent. Leading the nominations is Vienna-based artist Bibiza, who has received four nominations, including Album of the Year for "Bis einer weint." Other notable nominees include Rian, Wanda, and Folkshilfe, each with three nominations.
The awards ceremony is set for March 7 at the Marx Halle in Vienna, with ORF 1 broadcasting the event live starting at 21:30. Bibiza, who won two Amadeus trophies last year, is also in contention for Best Live Act, Best Sound, and in the Pop/Rock category.
In the Album category, he faces competition from Aut of Orda, Wanda, Nockis, and Christina Stürmer. The Song of the Year category features tracks from Granada, Ness, Folkshilfe featuring Paul Pizzera, Rian, and Pizzera & Jaus.
This year marks the Amadeus debut for 13 acts, including Starmania winner Anna Buchegger, who released her first album "Windschatten" in the fall. Indie band Endless Wellness and musician Sofie Royer are also nominated for the first time.
A total of 47 artists and bands are nominated across six general categories and seven genre-specific categories. Winners will be determined by fan votes, jury scores, and sales figures, with voting open until January 16. The IFPI will also award a Lifetime Achievement Award, highlighting the richness and creativity of the Austrian music scene.