BILLBOARD’s Historic Alliance: ‘Billboard No. 1s’ to Land in Spain for the First Time

The global music landscape is shifting, and the spotlight is now firmly fixed on Spain. In a groundbreaking move, BILLBOARD, the world’s most influential music brand, has signed a historic alliance with STARLITE GROUP to host the first-ever international edition of the “Billboard No. 1s” event. This prestigious celebration, which honors the artists dominating the Billboard charts, will not only mark its debut outside the United States, but will also be held entirely in Spanish, signifying a major milestone for Latin and Spanish music.

A Milestone Celebration in Madrid

The highly anticipated event is set to take place on Monday, December 15, during the Christmas edition of the Starlite Madrid festival, which runs from December 11 to 23 at IFEMA. This is no small feat; while the “Billboard No. 1s” previously honored talent in Los Angeles and New York, its arrival in Spain confirms the country’s growing influence on the world stage. Co-founder of Grupo STARLITE, Sandra García-Sanjuán, expressed the weight of the achievement, declaring, “Billboard is the bible of music, and for us it is an honor that they have chosen Starlite to host this great event: the first arrival of ‘Billboard No. 1s’ in our country. We are very excited.”

The Biggest Night in Spanish Music

The celebration itself will be a spectacular convergence, bringing together the music industry’s key players, major artists, influencers, and celebrities for live performances and an awards ceremony. The “Billboard No. 1s” is considered the premier prelude to the legendary Billboard Awards, establishing this event as a powerful force. The alliance marks a “before and after in the Spanish music scene,” solidifying Grupo Starlite’s positioning as a global platform for music and entertainment. Furthermore, the wider STARLITE Madrid 2025 festival is already stacked with talent, featuring confirmed artists like Ricky Martin, Melendi, India Martínez, and Manuel Carrasco, among others.

This collaboration between BILLBOARD and STARLITE GROUP is a powerful affirmation of Spanish musical success and talent. The first-ever Spanish-language “Billboard No. 1s” promises to be the biggest musical event of the year, celebrating artists who have truly redefined global charts.