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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.

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

Albania: See the Performances of the Third Night of FiK 63 | The 15 Artists Advancing to the Grand Final!

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The first night of the 63rd Festivali i Këngës, where Albania’s representative for Eurovision 2025 in Basel will be chosen, has concluded. A total of 30 artists are competing in the festival. Like the other nights, the third evening (nostalgia night) also took place at the Pallati i Kongreseve in Tirana, where we heard the 30 artists perform songs from the history of Festivali i Këngës with a live orchestra. The hosts of FiK 63 were Enkel Demi and Ornela Bregu.

You can watch the performances of the third night through the links below:

  1. Stine & Martina Serreqi – Erë pranverore
  2. Mihallaq Andrea & Kejsi Jazxhi – Mora shoqëzen përkrah
  3. Ardit Çuni & Frensi Revania – Eja
  4. Elvana Gjata & Shkodra Elektronike – Margjelo
  5. Gresa Gjocera & Ronaldo Mesuli – Askush s’do ta besojë
  6. Djemtë e Detit & Santino de Bartolo – Zemër e plagosur
  7. Nita Latifi & Luna Çausholli – Udhëtoj i menduar
  8. Endrik Beba & Lorenc Hasrama – Humba pranverën
  9. Jet, Adelina, Laorjan – Në çdo zemër një herë troket
  10. Rea Nuhu & Klea Dina – Grurë dhe Këngë
  11. Gjergj Kaçinari & Kleansa Susaj – Dëshire dhe heshtje
  12. Erma Mici & Alis Kallacej – Suus
  13. Vesa Smolica & Algert Sala  – Mirësia dhe e vërteta
  14. Mal Retkoceri & Epos – Jetoj
  15. Orgesa Zaimi & Devis Xherahu – Shqipëri o vendi im

The hosts also greeted the members of the professional jury of the Festival. The jury consists of seven members who will award five different prizes for music, lyrics, and the festival winner.

The jury members are:

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

Unfortunately, the jury decided that only 15 artists will advance to the final and compete for the festival victory. These are:

  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”

In the last two editions of the Festival, Albania’s Eurovision representative was chosen separately from the overall winner of the Festival. However, this year, the organizers decided to return to the tradition where the festival winner will also be the country’s representative at Eurovision.

The grand final of the 63rd Festivali i Këngës will take place on Sunday, December 22, at 21:30, when we will know Albania’s next Eurovision representative.

Stay tuned to Eurovisionfun for all developments regarding Albania’s participation in Eurovision 2025 in Basel!

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: Watch the Performances from the Second Night of FiK 63!

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The second night of the 63rd Festivali i Këngës (FiK), where Albania’s representative for Eurovision 2025 in Basel will be chosen, has come to an end. A total of 30 artists are competing in this year’s festival.

The event took place at the Pallati i Kongreseve in Tirana, where the remaining 15 songs were performed live with an orchestra for the first time. The hosts for FiK 63 were Enkel Demi and Ornela Bregu.

You can watch the performances from the second night via the links below:

  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”

Additionally, the hosts revealed the members of the professional jury who will decide which 15 artists will advance to Sunday’s grand final.

The jury members are:
  • Zana Çela
  • Ylljet Aliçka
  • Alma Bektashi
  • Florent Boshnjaku
  • Jonida Maliqi
  • Merita Rexha Tërshana
  • Ramona Tullumani

In the past two editions of the festival, Albania’s Eurovision representative was selected separately from the overall winner of the festival. However, this year the organizers have returned to the traditional format, where the festival winner will also represent Albania in Eurovision.

The grand final of the 63rd Festivali i Këngës will take place on Sunday, December 22, at 9:30 PM, where Albania’s next Eurovision representative will be revealed.

Stay tuned for tomorrow’s nostalgia night of Festivali i Këngës, where contestants will perform classic songs from the history of FiK and Eurovision.

Follow Eurovisionfun for all the latest updates on Albania’s participation in Eurovision 2025 in Basel!

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: Watch the Performances from the First Night of FiK 63!

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The first night of the 63rd Festivali i Këngës, where Albania’s representative for Eurovision 2025 in Basel will be selected, has successfully concluded. A total of 30 artists are competing in this year’s festival. The first night was held at the Pallati i Kongreseve in Tirana, showcasing the first 15 songs performed live with an orchestra. The event was hosted by Enkel Demi and Ornela Bregu.

You can watch the performances from the first night via the following links:

  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 hosts also revealed the professional jury members who will decide which 15 artists will advance to Sunday’s grand final. The jury consists of:

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

For the first time in FIK 63 history, renowned Albanian rapper Noizy performed as a special guest. Known for his numerous hits in European music charts, Noizy brought his unique sound to the festival stage for the first time.

Additionally, the evening featured guest performer Slimane, who represented France in Eurovision 2024 with his song “Mon Amour.”

Tomorrow’s Lineup for the Second Night:

  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”

In recent years, Albania’s Eurovision representative was chosen separately from the overall festival winner. However, this year, the organizers have returned to the traditional format, where the festival’s winner will represent Albania in Eurovision.

The grand final of the 63rd Festivali i Këngës will take place on Sunday, December 22, at 21:30, when we will find out Albania’s next Eurovision representative.

Stay tuned to Eurovisionfun for all updates regarding Albania’s participation in Eurovision 2025 in Basel!

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: The Running Order of the 30 Artists for the First Two Nights of Festivali i Këngës 63!

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The running order for the 30 artists participating in the first two nights of Festivali i Këngës 63 has just been announced!

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”

Event Details

Festivali i Këngës 63 will take place from December 19 to December 22 at the Pallati i Kongreseve. The festival promises four nights full of excitement, music, and entertainment for audiences of all ages.

Last year’s televote winner at Festivali i Këngës was Besa with “Zemrën n’dorë”. Besa later released an English version titled “Titan” for Eurovision but failed to qualify for the Grand Final, finishing 14th in the second semi-final.

 

Stay tuned to Eurovisionfun for all updates regarding Albania’s participation in Eurovision 2025 in Basel!

Source: Eurovision Albania

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