Billboard France, launched in early 2025, is the official French edition of the world‑renowned music authority Billboard. Born from a partnership between Billboard and Culture Media Services, it transformed the former digital platform Ventes Rap into a full national media brand led by Nicolas Baudoin, Ulysse Hennessy, and Tarek Britel. Operating as a fully digital outlet, its mission is to bridge French artists with the global music market while offering professional, data‑driven insight into the domestic industry. → Billboard France

The platform adapts Billboard’s legendary analytical DNA to the specificities of the French market, introducing localized versions of the iconic Hot 100 and Hot 200 charts. Alongside these rankings, it delivers in‑depth reporting on cultural industries, business trends, and emerging talent. With the support of Billboard’s global “strike force,” Billboard France aims to elevate the French Touch internationally while positioning itself as a premium information source for fans, executives, and creators across the French‑speaking world. → Hot 100 France

Beyond traditional journalism, Billboard France has quickly embedded itself into the local ecosystem through innovative multimedia formats and cultural initiatives. Projects like Triple A, a video series built around artist‑to‑artist conversations, and the Chartbreaker program for rising stars, highlight its commitment to creative storytelling. The brand also invests in the future of the industry through academic scholarships and professional guides—such as the Decathlon festival guide—solidifying its role as a key cultural and economic player in France’s modern music landscape.