IDOL 2024 CNM international certifications
Each year, the National Music Center (CNM), in partnership with SNEP, certifies physical and digital sales made outside of France. In 2024, 237 artists received certifications, for a total of 358 certifications, including 303 singles and 55 albums.
This edition marks a significant evolution in methodology, in line with current industry standards. The calculation now includes listens from video streaming platforms. Additionally, a distinction is made between premium streams (from paid subscriptions) and freemium streams (free and advertising-supported), with a weighted ratio: 7 freemium streams are equivalent to one premium stream. The concept of “new release” has also been broadened, now encompassing singles and albums released in the last three years, compared to 18 months in previous years.
These changes aim to better reflect the usage of streaming services while taking into account the diversity of revenue sources. For that reason, it is not relevant to compare the 2024 figures with those of 2023.
In terms of musical trends, rap and dance / electro dominate the certifications of exported new releases this year. However, preferences vary by geographic area: the United States, the United Kingdom, and Latin America prefer variety / pop and dance / electro, while North Africa and French-speaking Africa lean more towards traditional music, rap, and afro. As for Belgium, its citizens have a strong appetite for rap and variety / pop, which account for more than three-quarters of the streams for certified titles.
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The IDOL artists
L’Impératrice / microqlima
Building on an established international career, which we have supported since their first album, the band L’Impératrice confirms their long-term success. The EP Odyssée, released in 2015, is certified Gold, while the track ‘Agitations tropicales’ has reached a symbolic milestone with a Diamond certification.
La Femme / Disque pointu
After a Gold certification for Psycho Tropical Berlin last year, La Femme sees its international efforts rewarded once again. This time, it’s Mystère, their second album, that earns a Gold certification, along with the track ‘Elle ne t’aime pas‘, which is certified Gold single.
Stuck in the Sound / Upton Park
The album Pursuit by Stuck in the Sound, released in 2012, is this year certified Gold, marking a new stage in the group’s international recognition. The album’s flagship hit, ‘Let’s Go,’ also enjoys an exceptional trajectory and has just obtained a double Diamond certification.
Charly Black / Allezgo Productions
The track ‘Gyal You a Party Animal‘ by Charly Black continues its global success with a double Diamond certification. Additionally, the remix of the song in collaboration with Daddy Yankee has been certified Platinum.
Else / L’ordre Music (Divine)
For several years, the track ‘Paris‘ by the duo Else, released in 2016, has been a resounding international success. This year, the track obtained an impressive 13x Diamond certification, which demonstrates the lasting impact of the piece. How far will Else go?
Marie-Madeleine / Ekler’o’shock
The track ‘Swimming Pool’ by Marie-Madeleine, released in 2014, has received a new export certification, this time classified as Diamond. A constant success, driven by the uniqueness of the track which intrigues people around the world.