observatory

Taking the pulse of music in numbers

Analysis and dissemination of essential information about the music industry

What is the observatory

The observatory is an initiative of the Institute of Music that aims to be the center of analysis and dissemination of essential information about the music industry. The observatory collects and studies data to provide a clear and up-to-date picture that helps to understand the present of music and anticipate its future challenges.

Its work is essential for strategic decision-making and designing public policies that guarantee a future where music is an engine of change and growth.

Key Figures

The most significant data showing the impact and development of the music sector in Spain.

Dynamic data

We provide an interactive panel where users can explore and analyze the most important metrics in the music sector.

Datos en vivo

Reports

You can find the latest reports on the music industry.

Key Figures

Below are the most significant data showing the impact and development of the music sector in Spain.

ECONOMIC VALUE OF THE CORE OF MUSIC in Spain in 2024

LIVE MUSIC/RECORDED MUSIC/MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATIONS

MILLIONS OF €

LIVE MUSIC

MILLIONS OF €

RECORDED MUSIC

MILLIONS OF €

MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATIONS

MILLIONS OF €

LIVE MUSIC

Total revenue from live music from 2023 ticket sales

MILLIONS OF €

INCREASE
compared to 2023

%
IN TICKET SALES

Total viewers
in 2023

+
MILLIONS of people

INCREASE
compared to 2022

%

RECORDED MUSIC

Total revenue
from recorded music in 2024

MILLIONS OF €

INCREASE
compared to 2023

%

INCOME
DIGITAL MARKET VS PHYSICAL MARKET

%
MERCADO DIGITAL

Collective Management Organizations/Societies

TOTAL 2024 REVENUE MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATIONS

MILLIONS OF €

INCREASE
COMPARED TO 2023

%

INCREASE in members
compared to 2023

%
AGEDI
%
AIE
%
SGAE

Source: AGEDI / AIE / SGAE

Dynamic data

Reports

Radiografía de la Industria Musical Independiente de España

AN X-RAY OF THE INDEPENDENT MUSIC INDUSTRY

Principal business data on this industry in Spain, based on surveys of UFi members.

Promusicae2024

RECORDED MUSIC MARKET IN SPAIN

Principal figures for the recorded music industry in Spain during the first six months of 2024.

2024 ANNUAL SGAE REPORT ON THE PERFORMING, MUSIC, AND AUDIOVISUAL ARTS

Analysis of the cultural sector and consumer habits in Spain in 2023

Anuario de la musica en vivo 2024

2024 LIVE MUSIC ANNUAL REPORT

Review of the live music sector in Spain in 2023 by the Association of Music Promoters.

2023 AIE ANNUAL REPORT

Report on the management of the Spanish Society of Performers in 2023.

AIESTUDIO SOCIOLABORAL  SOBRE LOS MÚSICOS EN ESPAÑA 2023

OCCUPATIONAL AND SOCIAL RESEARCH ON MUSICIANS IN SPAIN 2023

An analysis of the occupational and social situation of musicians living in Spain.

LA ENCUESTA (THE SURVEY). DATOS Y CIFRAS DE LAS SALAS DE CONCIERTOS EN EUROPA

THE SURVEY. FACTS AND FIGURES ON CONCERT HALLS IN EUROPE

Report with data on the live music sector in Europe based on surveys of concert halls of Live DMA members.

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