Overview

• The 2025 Flammes Awards, held on May 13 at La Seine Musicale, welcomed a 2,000-strong public audience for the first time, with tickets selling out in ten minutes.
• Tiakola, the evening's leading nominee with nine nods, was named Artiste Masculin de l’année, solidifying his dominance in French urban music.
• Shay was honored as Artiste Féminine de l’année, highlighting her impactful return to the spotlight and her advocacy for women's voices globally.
• Aya Nakamura received the Flamme du Rayonnement International, celebrating her global influence and contributions to francophone music.
• DJ Mehdi was posthumously awarded the Flamme Éternelle, recognizing his lasting legacy in shaping urban music culture.