PROMUSICAE RELEASES THE SNAPSHOT OF SPAIN'S RECORDED MUSIC MARKET 2025
25-06-2026
Recorded Music in Spain Grows 13.7% in 2025, Reaching Its Best Performance in More Than Two Decades
The market surpasses €409 million in industry value (€674.5 million at retail value), driven by streaming and the strong growth of vinyl, while Spain still has significant room for development in paid subscription adoption
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Madrid, June 25, 2026 — Spain’s recorded music industry closed 2025 with growth of 13.7%, reaching €409.5 million in industry value and returning to revenue levels last seen in 2003. This is according to the 2025 Recorded Music Market Report published by PROMUSICAE, which confirms the strength of a sector that has enjoyed more than a decade of sustained growth thanks to the consolidation of digital music consumption.
Total revenue was equivalent to a market worth €674.5 million at retail value, marking a new high in the recovery that began after the crisis caused by digital piracy. Music sales accounted for 84% of the sector’s revenues, reaching €343.7 million, although they remain 26% below the historic peak recorded in 2001.
The digital ecosystem remains the industry’s primary growth engine. Streaming generated more than 99% of digital revenue, while paid subscriptions alone accounted for 52.2% of the industry’s total revenue, consolidating their position as the main source of funding for recorded music in Spain. Overall, the digital market reached €302.1 million, representing 87.9% of all music sales.
At the same time, the physical market continued to perform strongly. Sales grew by 31.6%, reaching €41.7 million, driven in particular by vinyl records, which now account for 69.2% of the physical market. In 2025, 2.18 million vinyl records were sold, 30% more than the previous year and 77.8% higher than in 2020.
Spain Outpaces the Global Average
The report also highlights a favourable international context. According to IFPI data, global recorded music revenues grew by 6.4% in 2025, reaching $31.7 billion and marking the eleventh consecutive year of growth. Streaming subscriptions represented 52.4% of worldwide revenues, with 837 million paid users globally.
In this context, Spain once again ranked among Europe’s strongest-performing music markets, posting growth of 13.7%, well above that of the United Kingdom (+4.8%), France (+3.7%), and Germany (+1.7%). Nevertheless, Spain remains in 14th position worldwide in the ranking of music markets, mainly due to the relatively low penetration of streaming subscriptions. Paid subscriptions currently reach only 14% of the population, compared with a 25% European Union average, 46% in the United Kingdom, and 52% in the United States.
Spanish Artists Maintain Their Market Relevance
Local repertoire continued to play a central role in music consumption. Of the 100 best-selling albums of the year, 51 were releases by Spanish artists, while 34 songs by domestic artists ranked among the 100 most-consumed singles of 2025. In addition, during 27 of the year’s 52 weeks, the number one album on Spain’s official chart was by a Spanish artist.
The report also highlights the growth of revenues generated by Spanish artists on digital platforms. According to data published by Spotify in its Loud & Clear 2026 report, Spanish artists generated €156 million in royalties during 2025, with more than 57% of that amount going to artists or labels operating independently.
Exports and International Competitiveness
Exports of Spanish music reached €43.9 million, with the United States and Mexico serving as the main destination markets. 64.1% of these exports came from international digital operators, confirming the increasing global reach of Spanish music in the digital environment.
Artificial Intelligence and Streaming Fraud: The Major Challenges Ahead
Alongside the positive growth figures, PROMUSICAE identifies two of the industry’s most significant challenges: the development of artificial intelligence and streaming fraud.
The report warns that fraudulent streams generated through automated networks and AI-powered tools divert revenues away from legitimate creators. It calls for coordinated action among platforms, distributors, record labels, and regulators to strengthen monitoring systems, identity verification processes, and information-sharing mechanisms across the industry.
Statement by Antonio Guisasola
Presenting the report, Antonio Guisasola, President of PROMUSICAE, stated:
“Recorded music in Spain continues to grow above the international average thanks to the commitment of record companies to developing talent and creativity. However, there is still considerable room for growth if we can increase the penetration of streaming subscriptions and strengthen the conditions that enable our artists to compete on equal terms in the global marketplace.
To achieve this, public support is essential through production grants and tax incentives for recorded music production, which encourage investment in Spanish repertoire while ultimately generating returns for public finances. Recorded music is the only cultural discipline that is unfairly excluded from these tax deductions, which are already available to the live music and audiovisual sectors. Their implementation in countries such as France and Italy has demonstrated positive effects on local production growth and tax revenues.
At the same time, we must address challenges such as artificial intelligence and streaming fraud with determination, always ensuring respect for intellectual property rights and fair remuneration for creators.”
About PROMUSICAE
PROMUSICAE is the organisation representing virtually all Spanish phonographic producers and serves as the leading trade association for the recorded music industry in Spain. Its activities include compiling Spain’s official music sales and consumption charts, defending intellectual property rights, and promoting the development of the Spanish music industry.
For further information:
Email: prensa@promusicae.es
Tel: +34 91 417 0470
