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Albania: With Shkodra Elektronike and “Zjerm” at Eurovision 2025!

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A short while ago, the Festivali i Këngës 63 concluded, crowning Shkodra Elektronike as the winners and Albania’s representatives at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 with the song “Zjerm.”

Once again, Albania’s national broadcaster RTSH chose its Eurovision entry through the FiK. The grand final took place at the Pallati i Kongreseve in Tirana, hosted by Enkel Demi and Ornela Bregu. The 15 artists who made it to the final gave their best performances, vying for the votes of the public and the jury to secure their ticket to Basel in May.

The 15 finalists were:

  1. Jet – “Gjallë”
  2. Kejsi Jazxhi – “Kur bota hesht”
  3. Vesa Smolica – “Lutem”
  4. Stine – “E kishim nis”
  5. Djemtë e Detit – “Larg”
  6. Nita Latifi – “Zemrës”
  7. Gjergj Kaçinari – “Larg jetës pa ty”
  8. Orgesa Zaimi – “I parë”
  9. Ardit Çuni – “Amane”
  10. Algert Sala – “Bosh”
  11. Shkodra Elektronike – “Zjerm”
  12. Lorenc Hasrama – “Frymë”
  13. Elvana Gjata – “Karnaval”
  14. Mal Retkoceri – “Antihero”
  15. Alis Kallacej – “Mjegull”

Results:

During tonight’s final evening of the festival, the top three awards were presented: first place, second place, and third place. Additionally, a lyrics award and a career award were granted by the professional jury.

The jury members were:

  • Zana Çela
  • Ylljet Aliçka
  • Alma Bektashi
  • Florent Boshnjaku
  • Jonida Maliqi
  • Merita Rexha Tërshana
  • Ramona Tullumani

The Critics’ Award, presented by the professional jury, was awarded to Shkodra Elektronike for their song “Zjerm.”
The Lyrics Award was given to Vesa Smolica for her song “Lutem.”

JURIES RESULTS

3rd Place: Alis Kallacej with the song “Mjegull.”
2nd Place: Elvana Gjata with the song “Karnaval
Winner: Shkodra Elektronike with the song “Zjerm” who will represent Albania at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025.

Albania in the Eurovision Song Contest
In 2025, Albania will mark its 22nd participation in the contest, having debuted in 2004 with Anjeza Shahini and her song “The Image Of You,” which achieved an honorable 7th place! RTSH had shown interest in the Eurovision Song Contest as early as 2003. However, with three other countries debuting that year, Albania did not manage to participate. Over the years, Albania has successfully qualified for the Grand Final 11 times, while failing to advance from the semi-finals on 9 occasions.

Albania’s best result came in 2012, when Rona Nishliu achieved a remarkable finish with her emotional performance of “Suus.”

Below, watch the winning performance of Shkodra Elektronike with the song “Zjerm,” which will represent Albania at Eurovision 2025:

What do you think Albania’s chances are in Eurovision 2025?

Albania: Tonight’s Grand Final of Festivali i Këngës 63

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After three captivating evenings of music and celebration, Albania’s prestigious Festivali i Këngës comes to a close tonight in Tirana. In just a few hours, the Grand Final of the 63rd Festivali i Këngës will determine Albania’s representative for the 69th Eurovision Song Contest, set to take place this May in Basel, Switzerland.

Format

The four-night festival brought together 30 participants competing for six awards, one of which includes the honor of representing Albania at Eurovision 2024.

  • Thursday & Friday: Semi-finals where all participants showcased their entries.
  • Saturday: Nostalgia Night, celebrating Albania’s musical legacy and Eurovision journey.
  • Sunday: The Grand Final, crowning the overall winner.

This year’s edition sees a unified selection process. Unlike previous years, no separate voting category will determine Albania’s Eurovision act. Instead, the winner of Festivali i Këngës 63—decided through a combination of jury and public votes—will represent Albania at Europe’s most-watched music event.

The Grand Final

Fifteen artists have advanced to tonight’s final after impressing during the semi-finals and Nostalgia Night. Each artist will perform their song one more time in their quest to win the hearts of the public and jury:

Hosts and Jury

The dynamic duo of Enkel Demi and Ornela Bregu return to host tonight’s show. An esteemed panel of experts will evaluate the finalists and contribute to the voting process:

  • Merita Rexha Tershana – Pianist
  • Alma Bektashi – Singer
  • Zana Cela – Producer
  • Florent Boshnjaku – Composer
  • Yllnjet Aliçka – Lyricist

Where to Watch

The Festivali i Këngës 63 Grand Final kicks off at 21:00 CET. Fans can watch the broadcast live here.

Eurovision 2024

Last year, Albania’s Eurovision hopes were carried by Besa with “Zemrën n’dorë”. Despite releasing an English version, “Titan,” the entry placed 14th in the second semi-final and did not advance to the Grand Final.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQG22XJIdWw

Will tonight’s winner bring Albania back to Eurovision glory? Stay tuned to EurovisionFun for all the latest updates!

Albania: Tonight Marks the Nostalgia Night of Festivali i Këngës 63

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December is synonymous with Festivali i Këngës, and tonight the 63rd edition of this iconic celebration of Albanian music continues in Tirana. With just hours to go, the festival’s much-anticipated Nostalgia Night is set to showcase unforgettable classics, both from the festival’s rich history and Albania’s Eurovision journey.

Format

This year’s Festivali i Këngës spans four nights with 30 competing artists, all vying for six prestigious awards. The festival will culminate in crowning the winner, who will represent Albania at the 69th Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland this May.

  • Thursday & Friday: Semi-finals featuring all competing entries.
  • Saturday: A special “Nostalgia Night”, paying homage to past hits.
  • Sunday: The Grand Final, where the ultimate winner will be determined through a combined jury and public vote.

For the first time in three years, no separate category will decide Albania’s Eurovision representative. The winner of Festivali i Këngës 63 will secure their Eurovision spot directly, promising a unified and exciting selection process.

Nostalgia Night

Tonight’s Nostalgia Night is a tribute to Albania’s musical legacy. All 30 participants who performed in the semi-finals will take the stage at Pallati i Kongreseve in Tirana to deliver renditions of timeless classics and iconic entries.

Here’s the full lineup of tonight’s performers:

  1. Orgesa Zaimi – “I parë”
  2. Erma Mici – “Mbaje”
  3. Luna Çausholli – “Qiell apo ferr”
  4. Ronaldo Mesuli – “N’zemër”
  5. Mihallaq Andrea – “Porositë e babait”
  6. Kejsi Jazxhi – “Kur bota hesht”
  7. Lorenc Hasrama – “Frymë”
  8. Jet – “Gjallë”
  9. Djemtë e Detit – “Larg”
  10. Nita Latifi – “Zemrës”
  11. Martina Serreqi – “Nese qaj”
  12. Alis Kallacej – “Mjegull”
  13. Shkodra Elektronike – “Zjerm”
  14. Kleansa Susaj – “Ta dija”
  15. Ardit Çuni – “Amane”
  16. Mal Retkoceri – “Antihero”
  17. Klea Dina – “Dashuri Ngiej“
  18. Devis Xherahu – “Ka momente”
  19. Vesa Smolica – “Lutem”
  20. Algert Sala – “Bosh”
  21. Gresa Gjocera – “E vërteta”
  22. Frensi Revania – “Rreziko”
  23. Endrik Beba – “Ishe ti”
  24. Epos – “Kurajo dhe Zjarr”
  25. Laurjan Ejlli & Adelina Corraj – “A thu”
  26. Santino De Bartolo – “Kur nata vjen si bora”
  27. Rea Nuhu – “Sot”
  28. Elvana Gjata – “Karnaval”
  29. Stine – “E kishim nis”
  30. Gjergj Kaçinari – “Larg jetës pa ty”

Hosts and Jury

Guiding the audience through the festival’s proceedings are Enkel Demi and Ornela Bregu. The jury includes notable music professionals tasked with the difficult job of selecting the winner:

  • Merita Rexha Tershana – Pianist
  • Alma Bektashi – Singer
  • Zana Cela – Producer
  • Florent Boshnjaku – Composer
  • Yllnjet Aliçka – Lyricist

Where to Watch

Catch tonight’s Nostalgia Night live at 21:00 CET. Follow the action here.

Eurovision 2024

Albania’s Eurovision journey last year saw Besa performing “Zemrën n’dorë”. Her revamped English version, “Titan”, captivated audiences but fell short of reaching the Grand Final, finishing 14th in Semi-Final 2.

Stay tuned to EurovisionFun for more updates on Festivali i Këngës 63 and Albania’s road to Eurovision 2024!

Albania: The Second Night of Festivali i Këngës 63 Takes Place Tonight!

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December feels incomplete without Festivali i Këngës, and tonight the 63rd edition of Albania’s premier music celebration continues in Tirana. As tradition holds, the festival serves as the platform for selecting Albania’s representative at the 69th Eurovision Song Contest, set to take place this May in Basel, Switzerland.

Format

This year’s Festivali i Këngës runs across four nights, featuring 30 competing artists battling for six prestigious awards, including the honor of representing Albania at Eurovision.

  • Thursday & Friday: Semi-finals to showcase all participants.
  • Saturday: A special “Nostalgia Night”.
  • Sunday: The much-awaited Grand Final.

Unlike the last two editions, the winner—determined by a combined jury and public vote—will automatically secure Albania’s Eurovision spot. There’s no separate category for Eurovision qualification, as the festival champion will represent the country on Europe’s biggest stage.

Second Semi-Final

The spotlight shifts tonight to the second semi-final, featuring an array of performers at Pallati i Kongreseve in Tirana, starting at 21:00 CET. Here’s the lineup for tonight’s performances:

  1. Mal Retkoceri – “Antihero”
  2. Klea Dina – “Dashuri Ngiej“
  3. Devis Xherahu – “Ka momente”
  4. Vesa Smolica – “Lutem”
  5. Algert Sala – “Bosh”
  6. Gresa Gjocera – “E vërteta”
  7. Frensi Revania – “Rreziko”
  8. Endrik Beba – “Ishe ti”
  9. Epos – “Kurajo dhe Zjarr”
  10. Laurjan Ejlli & Adelina Corraj – “A thu”
  11. Santino De Bartolo – “Kur nata vjen si bora”
  12. Rea Nuhu – “Sot”
  13. Elvana Gjata – “Karnaval”
  14. Stine – “E kishim nis”
  15. Gjergj Kaçinari – “Larg jetës pa ty”

Hosts and Jury

The festival is hosted by Enkel Demi and Ornela Bregu, with the jury panel comprised of prominent Albanian music professionals:

  • Merita Rexha Tershana – Pianist
  • Alma Bektashi – Singer
  • Zana Cela – Producer
  • Florent Boshnjaku – Composer
  • Yllnjet Aliçka – Lyricist

Where to Watch

You can catch tonight’s second semi-final live at 21:00 CET. Viewers can watch the show live here.

Eurovision Legacy

Last year, Besa represented Albania with her heartfelt entry “Zemrën n’dorë”. Despite an impressive revamped version in English, “Titan”, she narrowly missed out on the Eurovision Grand Final, finishing 14th in Semi-Final 2.

Stay tuned to EurovisionFun for all the latest updates on Festivali i Këngës and Albania’s Eurovision journey!

Albania: The First Night of Festivali i Këngës 63 Takes the Stage Tonight!

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December wouldn’t feel complete without Festivali i Këngës, and tonight marks the start of the 63rd edition of Albania’s most celebrated music festival in Tirana. Known for selecting Albania’s representative for the Eurovision Song Contest, this year’s FiK promises intense competition and captivating performances. The winner will earn the honor of representing Albania in Basel, Switzerland, for the 69th Eurovision Song Contest in May.

Format

The festival spans four nights, with 30 artists competing for six awards, one of which is directly tied to Eurovision representation.

  • Thursday & Friday: Semi-finals showcase all entries.
  • Saturday: A special “Nostalgia Night”.
  • Sunday: The highly anticipated Grand Final, where the winner will be crowned.

Unlike the previous two editions, this year’s winner, decided by a combined audience and jury vote, will automatically represent Albania in Eurovision 2025. There’s no separate category for Eurovision selection—the grand champion will take the Eurovision stage.

The First Semi-Final

The first semi-final begins tonight at 21:00 CET live from the Pallati i Kongreseve in Tirana. Competing artists for the evening include:

  1. Orgesa Zaimi – “I parë”
  2. Erma Mici – “Mbaje”
  3. Luna Çausholli – “Qiell apo ferr”
  4. Ronaldo Mesuli – “N’zemër”
  5. Mihallaq Andrea – “Porositë e babait”
  6. Kejsi Jazxhi – “Kur bota hesht”
  7. Lorenc Hasrama – “Frymë”
  8. Jet – “Gjallë”
  9. Djemtë e Detit – “Larg”
  10. Nita Latifi – “Zemrës”
  11. Martina Serreqi – “Nese qaj”
  12. Alis Kallacej – “Mjegull”
  13. Shkodra Elektronike – “Zjerm”
  14. Kleansa Susaj – “Ta dija”
  15. Ardit Çuni – “Amane”

The event will be hosted by Enkel Demi and Ornela Bregu.

Special Guests

The opening night will feature two special guests:

  • Slimane, France’s representative for Eurovision 2024.
  • Noizy, one of Albania’s biggest music stars and a trailblazer in the country’s rap scene.

Where to Watch

The first night of Festivali i Këngës 63 kicks off at 21:00 CET. Viewers can watch the show live here.

Eurovision Legacy

Last year, Besa represented Albania with her song “Zemrën n’dorë” (later reworked as “Titan” in English). Despite delivering a powerful performance, she narrowly missed the Grand Final, finishing 14th in Semi-Final 2.

Stay tuned to EurovisionFun for all the updates on Albania’s Eurovision journey and more!

Albania: Slimane and Noizy to perform as guests on the First Night of Festivali i Këngës 63!

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In just a few days, Festivali i Këngës 63, Albania’s prestigious music festival and preselection for Eurovision 2025, will kick off live from Tirana. Thirty artists will compete for the prize and the honor of representing Albania at the 69th Eurovision Song Contest.

As FiK is a major celebration of music, two international stars have been revealed as special guests for the festival’s opening night.

Slimane and Noizy to Perform on the First Night

On December 19, the Palace of Congress in Tirana will host two exciting performances.

Slimane, France’s representative in Eurovision 2024 with his hit single “Mon Amour“, will take the stage for the first time in Albania. Before participating in Eurovision, Slimane had already gained significant popularity across Europe, but his Eurovision performance turned him into a pan-European phenomenon, with sold-out concerts throughout the continent.

Additionally, the renowned Albanian rapper Noizy will perform as a special guest on the first night of the festival. Having made a name for himself in several European music charts, Noizy will bring his sound to the FiK stage for the very first time.

Festivali i Këngës 63

Thirty artists will compete in FiK 63, divided in two semi-finals, as follows:

First Night – December 19

  1. Orgesa Zaimi – “I parë”
  2. Erma Mici – “Mbaje”
  3. Luna Çausholli – “Qiell apo ferr”
  4. Ronaldo Mesuli – “N’zemër”
  5. Mihallaq Andrea – “Porositë e babait”
  6. Kejsi Jazxhi – “Kur bota hesht”
  7. Lorenc Hasrama – “Frymë”
  8. Jet – “Gjallë”
  9. Djemtë e Detit – “Larg”
  10. Nita Latifi – “Zemrës”
  11. Martina Serreqi – “Nese qaj”
  12. Alis Kallacej – “Mjegull”
  13. Shkodra Elektronike – “Zjerm”
  14. Kleansa Susaj – “Ta dija”
  15. Ardit Çuni – “Amane”

Second Night – December 20

  1. Mal Retkoceri – “Antihero”
  2. Klea Dina – “Dashuri Ngiej“
  3. Devis Xherahu – “Ka momente”
  4. Vesa Smolica – “Lutem”
  5. Algert Sala – “Bosh”
  6. Gresa Gjocera – “E vërteta”
  7. Frensi Revania – “Rreziko”
  8. Endrik Beba – “Ishe ti”
  9. Epos – “Kurajo dhe Zjarr”
  10. Laurjan Ejlli & Adelina Corraj – “A thu”
  11. Santino De Bartolo – “Kur nata vjen si bora”
  12. Rea Nuhu – “Sot”
  13. Elvana Gjata – “Karnaval”
  14. Stine – “E kishim nis”
  15. Gjergj Kaçinari – “Larg jetës pa ty”

During the first two nights, the thirty competing artists will perform their original songs. The third night, named Nostalgia Night, will feature performances in a non-competitive manner. During the end of the third night, the eighteen finalists will be revealed.

The Albanian festival will take place during 19-23 December. The winner of Festivali i Këngës 63 and therefore the Albanian representative in Basel will be decided by a combination of jury and public votes, while the vote of diaspora will also have a say in the final result.

Last year’s televote winner of Festivali i Këngës was Besa with “Zemrën n’dorë”. Besa released an English version titled “Titan” for Eurovision. However, she did not qualify to the Grand Final, finishing 14th in the second semi-final.

Stay tuned to EurovisionFun for all the news!

Source: RTSH

Albania: The First Two Nights’ Lineup for Festivali i Këngës 63 Revealed!

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The lineup of the 30 artists across the first two nights of Festivali i Këngës 63 was announced earlier today.

Here’s how the artists are divided between the two evenings:

First Night – December 19

  1. Orgesa Zaimi – “I parë”
  2. Erma Mici – “Mbaje”
  3. Luna Çausholli – “Qiell apo ferr”
  4. Ronaldo Mesuli – “N’zemër”
  5. Mihallaq Andrea – “Porositë e babait”
  6. Kejsi Jazxhi – “Kur bota hesht”
  7. Lorenc Hasrama – “Frymë”
  8. Jet – “Gjallë”
  9. Djemtë e Detit – “Larg”
  10. Nita Latifi – “Zemrës”
  11. Martina Serreqi – “Nese qaj”
  12. Alis Kallacej – “Mjegull”
  13. Shkodra Elektronike – “Zjerm”
  14. Kleansa Susaj – “Ta dija”
  15. Ardit Çuni – “Amane”

Second Night – December 20

  1. Mal Retkoceri – “Antihero”
  2. Klea Dina – “Dashuri Ngiej“
  3. Devis Xherahu – “Ka momente”
  4. Vesa Smolica – “Lutem”
  5. Algert Sala – “Bosh”
  6. Gresa Gjocera – “E vërteta”
  7. Frensi Revania – “Rreziko”
  8. Endrik Beba – “Ishe ti”
  9. Epos – “Kurajo dhe Zjarr”
  10. Laurjan Ejlli & Adelina Corraj – “A thu”
  11. Santino De Bartolo – “Kur nata vjen si bora”
  12. Rea Nuhu – “Sot”
  13. Elvana Gjata – “Karnaval”
  14. Stine – “E kishim nis”
  15. Gjergj Kaçinari – “Larg jetës pa ty”

The festival, running from December 19 to 22 at the Pallati i Kongreseve, promises four nights packed with music, emotions, and spectacular performances suitable for all ages.

Last year’s televote winner, Besa, who performed “Zemrën n’dorë,” later released an English version titled “Titan” for Eurovision. Unfortunately, she didn’t qualify for the Grand Final, finishing 14th in the second semi-final.

Stay updated with Eurovisionfun for all the latest news on Albania’s participation in Eurovision 2025, which will take place in Basel.

Source: X

Albania: Listen to the songs participating in Festivali i Këngës 63!

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Albania seems to be entering the final stages of selecting its entry for Eurovision 2025. A few moments ago, RTSH, the country’s public broadcaster, revealed the 30 songs that will compete in Festivali i Këngës 63!

Following the announcement of the contestants, the public broadcaster gradually unveiled the titles and composers of each song. Now that this process is complete, it’s time to listen to the songs that will compete to wave Albania’s flag in Switzerland.

You can listen to the songs of Festivali i Këngës 63 in the list below:

  1. Algert Sala – “Bosh”
  2. Alis Kallacej – “Mjegull”
  3. Ardit Çuni – “Amane”
  4. Devis Xherahu – “Ka momente”
  5. Djemtë e Detit – “Larg”
  6. Elvana Gjata – “Karnaval”
  7. Endrik Beba – “Ishe ti”
  8. Epos – “Kurajo dhe Zjarr”
  9. Erma Mici – “Mbaje”
  10. Frensi Revania – “Rreziko”
  11. Gjergj Kaçinari – “Larg jetës pa ty”
  12. Gresa Gjocera – “E vërteta”
  13. Jet – “Gjallë”
  14. Kejsi Jazxhi – “Kur bota hesht”
  15. Kleansa Susaj – “Ta dija”
  16. Klea Dina – “Dashuri Ngiej“
  17. Laurjan Ejlli & Adelina Corraj – “A thu”
  18. Lorenc Hasrama – “Frymë”
  19. Luna Çausholli – “Qiell apo ferr”
  20. Mal Retkoceri – “Antihero”
  21. Martina Serreqi – “Nese qaj”
  22. Mihallaq Andrea – “Porositë e babait”
  23. Nita Latifi – “Zemrës”
  24. Orgesa Zaimi – “I parë”
  25. Rea Nuhu – “Sot”
  26. Ronaldo Mesuli – “N’zemër”
  27. Santino De Bartolo – “Kur nata vjen si bora”
  28. Shkodra Elektronike – “Zjerm”
  29. Stine – “E kishim nis”
  30. Vesa Smolica – “Lutem”

Festivali i Këngës 63

This year, the winner—and thus Albania’s representative at Eurovision 2025—will be selected through a combination of public and jury voting, unlike recent years. The selection will follow a 60/40 ratio to decide the next Albanian entry.

The exact dates for FiK 63 have not yet been announced. Meanwhile, the famous singer and Albania’s former Eurovision representative, Elhaida Dani, has taken on the role of artistic director for this year’s competition.

Last year’s televote winner of Festivali i Këngës was Besa with “Zemrën n’dorë”. Besa released an English version titled “Titan” for Eurovision. However, she did not qualify to the Grand Final, finishing 14th in the second semi-final.

Stay tuned on Eurovisionfun for all the news regarding the Albanian participation at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, in Basel!

Source: RTSH

The rules for Festivali i Këngës 63 have been published!

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RTHS has revealed the rules for the 63rd edition of Festivali i Këngës, which will decide who will represent Albania in Eurovision 2025.

The contest rules for the next Festival are available on RTHS’s website.  According to the approved guidelines for the 2024 edition of Festivali i Këngës

18 contestants will participate at Festivali i Këngës 63.  The winner will be determined by a combination of jury and public vote.

Festivali i Këngës 63

The 63rd edition of Festivali i Këngës will consist of 4 nights.  30 artists will compete in the first three nights: 15 artists will perform in the first night and the remaining 15 on the second night.  The artists will be divided in two categories: debuting and non-debuting.  At the end of each night, the results from the public and the jury will be published.

During the third night, the 30 competing acts will perform once again for the “Nostalgia Night”.  At the end of the night the 18 qualifiers will be revealed.

The final will take place on the fourth night.  The jury will award the first, second and third place as well as the best lyrics and critic’s award.

The Albanese representative for Eurovision 2025 will be determined by televoting and jury voting.  However, the rules did not specify how each of the voting will affect the final result.

Source: RTSH

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Albania: The dates of Festivali i Këngës 63 revealed!

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With less than two weeks remaining until the official announcement of the competing songs, the dates for the highly anticipated Festivali i Këngës 63 were revealed.

The dates of Festivali I Këngës 2024

Taking a close look at an Instagram story shared by Elhaida Dani, we can see that the annual music festival, which will determine Albania’s representative for Eurovision 2025, will take place across four shows from December 19 to 22.

We remind you that the renowned singer and Albania’s former Eurovision representative, Elhaida Dani, will serve as the festival’s artistic director this year.

The festival will kick off with the first shows on December 19, and will continue over the following days, culminating in the Grand Final on December 22. During the final night, the winner of Festivali i Këngës 63 will be revealed, and Albania’s entry for Eurovision 2025 will be officially chosen.

Festivali i Këngës 63 participants’ list

These are the thirty participants of Festivali i Këngës 63:

  • Algert Sala – “Bosh”
  • Alis Kallacej – “Mjegull”
  • Ardit Çuni – “Amane”
  • Devis Xherahu – “Ka momente”
  • Djemtë e Detit – “Larg”
  • Elvana Gjata – “Karnaval”
  • Endrik Beba – “Ishe ti”
  • Epos – “Kurajo dhe Zjarr”
  • Erma Mici – “Mbaje”
  • Frensi Revania – “Rreziko”
  • Gjergj Kaçinari – “Larg jetës pa ty”
  • Gresa Gjocera – “E vërteta”
  • Jet – “Gjallë”
  • Kejsi Jazxhi – “Kur bota hesht”
  • Klea Dina – “Dashuri ndiej“
  • Kleansa Susaj – “Ta dija”
  • Laurjan Ejlli & Adelina Corraj – “A thu”
  • Lorenc Hasrama – “Frymë”
  • Luna Çausholli – “Qiell apo ferr”
  • Mal Retkoceri – “Antihero”
  • Martina Serreqi – “Nese qaj”
  • Mihallaq Andrea – “Porositë e babait”
  • Nita Latifi – “Zemrës”
  • Orgesa Zaimi – “I parë”
  • Rea Nuhu – “Sot”
  • Ronaldo Mesuli – “N’zemër”
  • Santino De Bartolo – “Kur nata vjen si bora”
  • Shkodra Elektronike – “Zjerm”
  • Stine – “E kishim nis”
  • Vesa Smolica – “Lutem”

A combination of jury and public vote will decide

This year, according to Euromix.il, Albania’s representative for Eurovision 2024 will be chosen through a combination of public and jury voting. The selection process will follow a 60/40 model, combining jury and audience input to determine the country’s next entry.

This change reflects Festivali i Këngës’ gradual shift toward incorporating more public input, especially in the context of Eurovision. For many years, the festival faced criticism regarding transparency and its failure to align with modern Eurovision standards.

The Albanian public’s pick for Eurovision 2024 was Besa with her song “Zemrën n’dorë“. Besa released a revamped version in English titled “Titan” for Eurovision, where she did not make it to the Grand Final, finishing fourteenth in the second semi-final.

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Source: Elhaida Dani