Electronic music in Spain is experiencing one of its most vibrant moments. With massive festivals, full clubs, national artists conquering international stages and a young generation that adopts electronic culture as a way of life, 2025 marks a historic year for the scene. In this context of expansion and collective energy, The Vicious Music Awards (VMA) returnthe most important electronics awards in our country.
The next Wednesday, November 26he Madrid Capital Theater will dress up to celebrate a new edition of this essential event, organized by Vicious Magazinewhich returns with more strength and a renewed spirit.
A necessary return for a booming scene
Since its creation more than 15 years ago, the Vicious Music Awards They have had a clear mission: recognize and give visibility to the work of professionals who support electronic culture as DJs, producers, promoters, festivals, clubs, creatives and technicians. This new edition recovers that essence and amplifies it, positioning itself not only as an awards ceremony, but as a meeting and celebration point for the entire industry.
The VMA 2025 arrives at a time when Spanish electronic music is in full maturity, with national artists setting trends in Europe and a solid infrastructure of festivals and clubs that compete at the level of the major international poles.
A legacy of talent and recognition
Throughout its history, the Vicious Music Awards have rewarded the big names that have defined Spanish electronic music: Paco Osuna, Óscar Mulero, Cora Novoa, Fatima Hajji, DJ Nano or Andrés Campoamong many others. They have also recognized iconic projects such as Dreambeach, Dream, Monegros or legendary clubs like Ushuaia Ibiza, Factory either Razzmatazz.
The impact of the awards transcends borders. In its previous editions, international artists such as Oliver Heldens, Marco Carola, Joseph Capriati either Apollonia They have also been awarded, consolidating the global projection of the event.
He Capital Theaterhistorical headquarters of memorable editions, will once again be the setting chosen for this event. Its emblematic character and its connection with the Madrid night perfectly symbolize the balance between tradition and avant-garde that defines the national electronic scene.
Open voting and new categories
The voting process is already underway through the official websitewhere the public can discover the nominees and participate in popular votes. The final results will combine the decision of a professional jury with the voice of the public, reinforcing transparency and community participation.
The 2025 edition presents a renovated structure with more than twenty categories that cover the best of the national and international panorama. Furthermore, the platform Beatport joins the gala with two special recognitions: Best Track x Beatport and Best New DJ x Beatportreinforcing the event’s connection with the global industry.
VMA 2025 Featured Categories
- Best National Artist (popular vote)
- Best National/International Artist
- Best New Artist
- Best Producer
- Best Club (+500 / -500)
- Best Festival
- Best Party
- Best Live
- Best Visual Artist
- Best Stamp
- Best Creative Experience
- Ibiza Special Awards (Fiesta, Techno, House, Tech House)
- Honorary Lifetime Achievement Award
A night to celebrate the union of electronics
Beyond the competition, the Vicious Music Awards 2025 are presented as a platform for meeting and reflecting on the present and future of electronic music. Its purpose is to strengthen ties within the community, give visibility to new talents and pay tribute to those who have made the growth of this culture possible.
With a renewed format, an inclusive approach and a firm commitment to the evolution of the sector, the Vicious Music Awards once again occupy their rightful place: the epicenter of electronic music in Spain.
