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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The contestant list for Albania’s “Festivali i Këngës” has been revealed. The lineup includes many artists who have previously tried their luck at the festival. The Albanian national broadcaster, RTSH, has announced the 28 contestants for the 64th edition of “Festivali i Këngës”, which has served as Albania’s national selection for Eurovision since 2004. The songs are expected to be released for listening in December. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Contestant List: 2 Farm Alis Egzon Pireci Endri Kaçaçi Enxhi Nasufi Erand Sojli Erik Lloshi Evi Reçi Fifi & Tiri Gjoci Frensi Gerta Mahmutaj Ghiti Gresa Gjocera & Bledi Kaso Inis Neziri Kamela Islamaj Kimi Kleansa Susaj Lorenc Hasrama Luna Çausholli Malvina Likaj Rezarta Smaja Rigersa Loka Sara Kapo Savjana Vjerdha Sheila Sihana Haxhnikaj Threex Vedat Ademi (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Among the Contestants - Many Familiar Names: Many of the contestants this year have competed in past editions, with only five exceptions. Alis – Participated last...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Albania’s national broadcaster RTSH will unveil the full list of participants in the 64th “Festivali i Këngës” tomorrow, October 13, ahead of Eurovision 2026 The preparations for Albania’s “Festivali i Këngës”, the national preselection for Eurovision, are in full swing, with the list of contestants set to be revealed tomorrow. This follows Albania’s confirmed participation in Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Vienna, Austria, after efforts by the national broadcaster RTSH to settle debts with the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Albania’s national broadcaster released a teaser video today (Sunday) on Instagram, announcing that the full list of participants in the festival will be revealed tomorrow, Monday, October 13, 2025. The video also showed cropped images of some contestants’ eyes adorned with Albania’s flag colors—red and black—sparking public curiosity about their identities.   הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם   ‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Festivali i Këngës në RTSH‎‏ (@‏‎festivali_kenges_rtsh‎‏)‎‏ Surge in Entries and Production Changes The...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); RTSH confirmed over 100 entries for Festivali i Këngës 64, which will again choose the country’s Eurovision 2026 act in Vienna, Austria More than 100 songs have been submitted to the 64th edition of Festivali i Këngës, which also serves as Albania’s national selection for Eurovision. The national broadcaster RTSH confirmed the significant increase compared with recent years: the festival received 84 songs last year, while the two years before that saw only 80. The relative success of Shkodra Elektronike, who achieved eighth place at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, has seemingly encouraged many creators to take part, restoring national interest in the event and in Eurovision itself. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Albania’s Eurovision 2026 participation had been in doubt due to major reported debts of the national broadcaster to the EBU. Only two weeks ago, it was confirmed that Albania’s participation was secured after RTSH successfully renegotiated its financial obligations with the EBU. Festival...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Albania’s Eurovision 2026 participation in Vienna is confirmed after resolving debts with the EBU. How was the crisis solved? The Albanian national broadcaster RTSH is in the midst of preparations for the 64th edition of the national Eurovision selection, "Festivali i Këngës". However, its place in Eurovision 2026 was recently in jeopardy, as reports indicated the broadcaster was facing major unpaid debts to the European Broadcasting Union. How did RTSH overcome the crisis? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Financial Disaster" – The Breaking Point? Eni Vasili, head of RTSH, described a few days ago the broadcaster’s state: heavy debts, long-overdue payments, and producers, writers, and creators left without compensation. According to her, leftover debts from the previous management placed RTSH in what she called a “financial disaster.” In an interview with news outlet BIRN, Vasili revealed further details regarding the crisis. Several writers and creators have complained about months-long delays in payment from RTSH. She stated: “I thank...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Albanian national broadcaster RTSH announced upgrades to the traditional Festivali i Këngës, Albania’s Eurovision pre-selection. New contestant names include former representatives Arilena Ara and Anxhela Peristeri. Albania’s national broadcaster RTSH is in the midst of preparations for the 64th edition of Festivali i Këngës. The traditional festival, which began in 1961, became Albania’s official national final for Eurovision since 2004, the year the country joined the competition. Now, notable names are emerging as likely contestants in the competition to represent Albania at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to Elaheida Dani, the festival’s artistic director, the winner will once again be selected by a combination of jury votes and audience votes. However, for the first time, the public will also be able to vote through a dedicated mobile application, introducing greater efficiency and accessibility. In addition, the production of the festival is being elevated to unprecedented levels, featuring a larger, more impressive stage...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Albanian national broadcaster RTSH has revealed exciting updates and changes for "Festivali i Këngës 64", the traditional festival that serves as Albania’s national final. Albania’s national broadcaster RTSH is in the midst of preparations for the 64th edition of Festivali i Këngës. The traditional festival, which began in 1961, became Albania’s official national final for Eurovision since 2004, the year the country joined the competition. Now, the national broadcaster is unveiling new details designed to enhance and modernize the festival. Despite these format changes, Albania has consistently maintained a distinctive identity in the competition, annually showcasing songs that highlight the country’s cultural style, heritage, and language. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In July, RTSH announced that beloved Albanian singer Elhaida Dani, who represented Albania at Eurovision 2015 in Vienna, Austria with the song "I'm Alive" and placed 17th in the final, would continue to serve as the artistic director of the festival. Furthermore, in...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Albania may withdraw from Eurovision 2026 due to the Albanian national broadcaster RTSH’s severe debts, raising serious doubts about its participation after 22 consecutive years. Europe is long accustomed to musical dramas on the Eurovision stage, but this year the biggest crisis may not come from the spotlight — rather from alarming decisions made by national broadcasters. Albania, a country that over the last two decades has become a consistent part of the Eurovision family, now faces the risk of withdrawing from Eurovision 2026. Unusually, this time the issue has nothing to do with Israel. So why might Albania pull out after 22 years? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “A Catastrophic Situation” Eni Vasili, head of Albania’s national broadcaster RTSH, sounded dramatic when describing the channel’s situation: severe debts, months of unpaid obligations, and producers left uncompensated for their work. According to her, mismanagement by the former administration left the network in what she called...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Albanian national broadcaster RTSH has announced the upcoming submission period for Festival i Këngës, including the conditions for song entries. The Albanian national broadcaster RTSH has started preparations for the 64th edition of Festivali i Këngës. This traditional festival began in 1962, and ahead of Eurovision 2004—the year Albania joined Eurovision—it became the country’s official national final for Eurovision selection. Now, the national broadcaster shares that the submission window for the festival will span the entire month of September, from the 1st to the 30th. Additionally, RTSH revealed the eligibility criteria for submission: according to Eurovision rules, the song must be new, meaning it cannot have been previously published. The song must not exceed 4 minutes, and songs produced with artificial intelligence are prohibited. All participants must be over 16 years old. Submissions should be sent to [email protected]. In June, RTSH announced that singer Elhaida Dani, who represented Albania at Eurovision 2015 in Vienna, Austria, with the song "I'm Alive" and...

  (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Albania confirms that beloved singer and 2015 Eurovision representative, Elhaida Dani, will continue as artistic director of “Festivali i Këngës 64”, following the festival’s recent success. Albania is already preparing for Eurovision 2026 in full force. After achieving one of its best results ever with Shkodra Elektronike and officially confirming its participation in Eurovision 2026, the Albanian national broadcaster RTSH has now announced that Elhaida Dani will return as the artistic director of its national selection show, “Festivali i Këngës”. Likely following the success of last year’s festival, which transformed from a marginal pre-selection into one of the most appreciated by Eurovision fans. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What Should You Know About “Festivali i Këngës”? “Festivali i Këngës”, held annually since 1961, has served as Albania’s Eurovision selection platform since its 43rd edition, ahead of Eurovision 2004. In recent years, the format has evolved: alongside the traditional jury selection, public voting was introduced to increase public involvement. However, this...