After the second night of the festival, Coma_Cose's song "Cuoricini" became the most popular track from Sanremo 2025 on Italian radio. This success secured their leadership in the EarOne chart, where they surpassed Achille Lauro in the number of radio airplays.
Meanwhile, Achille Lauro continues to hold the top spot for festival video views on YouTube in Italy, while Giorgia dominates the Amazon Music and iTunes charts in Italy.
Other artists whose songs are performing exceptionally well include:
Giorgia – "La cura per me"
The Kolors – "Tu con chi sei"
The Headies 2025: Honoring African Music
The Headies, one of Nigeria’s most prestigious music awards, has announced the nominees for its 17th edition, set to take place on April 5, 2025, in Lagos.
Among the top contenders:
Odumodu Blvck – Five nominations
Ayra Starr and Shallipopi – Three nominations each
Mohbad – Three posthumous nominations
Virgin Group & Rain Labs: A New Era of Support for African Artists
Virgin Group has announced a partnership with Rain Labs, a distribution and label services company based in Accra. This initiative aims to support African artists through:
Digital distribution
Marketing strategies
Creative production
Brand partnerships
Among the Rain Labs artists who will benefit from this initiative are Joey B, Cina Soul, and others. They will receive global support through Virgin’s extensive network, creating new opportunities for the African music industry.
Music Industry 2025: Global Influence and New Opportunities
The Sanremo Festival 2025, The Headies Awards, and international partnerships highlight how music continues to evolve at the crossroads of local traditions and global trends. These events are shaping a new musical reality where diverse cultures and artists gain recognition and support on the world stage.