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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Italian singer Ditonellapiaga has won the OGAE Second Chance Contest 2026, the competition for Eurovision national final songs from the past year that did not make it to the Eurovision stage.   The OGAE Second Chance Contest 2026 aired live for the first time tonight (Friday). Taking the crown was the song "Che fastidio" by the singer Ditonellapiaga, who finished in third place in the Italian Eurovision national final, Sanremo 2026. ‏ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Second Chance Contest features entries from Eurovision national finals across Europe that did not go on to represent their countries at Eurovision. Every year, members of the OGAE network (the international Eurovision fan organization uniting dozens of national clubs worldwide) vote for their favorite entries. Last year, Sweden won the Second Chance Contest with the song "On And On And On". In this year's edition, 22 countries competed out of the 35 nations that participated in Eurovision 2026, marking...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Two different winners at Sanremo 2027: The Italian Eurovision entry will now be chosen on the fourth night, alongside strict AI bans. The Italian national broadcaster (RAI) has published the official regulations for the 77th edition of the Sanremo Festival, which will take place between February 16th and 20th, 2027, at the Teatro Ariston. The most dramatic innovation in the rulebook brings one of the biggest changes in the modern history of the competition: the winner of the Sanremo Festival will no longer automatically win the right to represent Italy at Eurovision. How exactly will the representative be chosen? The full details are below. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A New Sanremo's Era The Italian national broadcaster published the official regulations for Sanremo 2027, set to be held between February 16th and 20th under the artistic direction of Stefano De Martino. This year, 24 artists are expected to compete, but the most dramatic news concerns the identity of the Eurovision...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Stefano De Martino confirms Måneskin will reunite as special guests at Sanremo 2027, launching new music ahead of Eurovision season. Fans of the Italian rock band Måneskin can breathe a sigh of relief: fears of a permanent breakup of the hugely successful rock outfit are fading. Band members Damiano David, Victoria De Angelis, Thomas Raggi, and Ethan Torchio are expected to reunite on the biggest stage of all at the Sanremo Music Festival 2027. ‎‏ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The first reports of the reunion emerged last May from television personality and showman Fiorello on his show “La pennicanza”, after he shared that he met Raggi and Torchio at the “Internazionali” tennis tournament where they confirmed the band was planning a comeback. Now, the rumors have received official confirmation from the incoming artistic director and host of the festival, Stefano De Martino. Official Confirmation In an exclusive interview with the Italian magazine TV Sorrisi e Canzoni (as reported by Italian media...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Italian national broadcaster RAI and artistic director Stefano De Martino target global pop star Dua Lipa to co-host Sanremo 2027. Although there is still time until the 2027 edition of Italy's Eurovision selection, Sanremo Festival, rumors surrounding the event are already reaching a peak. Reports indicate that the new artistic director of the festival, Stefano De Martino, holds a major ace up his sleeve as part of his goal to internationalize the competition: global pop star Dua Lipa is reportedly targeted as the next guest host for Italy's biggest music event. ‎‏ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); De Martino's International Vision It has long been clear that De Martino aims to transform Sanremo into a more glitzy, international showcase than ever before. To achieve this vision, he is wasting no time: he is spending the current summer in Los Angeles, working alongside music consultant Fabrizio Ferraguzzo - the man behind the global breakthrough of Eurovision 2021 winners Måneskin - on song...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Italian national broadcaster RAI announced "Italia 2027", a massive European tour featuring Sanremo 2027 winners ahead of Eurovision 2027. Italy is not stopping for a moment: Italian national broadcaster RAI announced "Italia 2027" - a new European tour that will bring the biggest stars of Italian music to major stages across the continent. The new project is expected to expose the general audience to the magic of beloved Italian music, and include giant shows right before Eurovision. The shows are expected to include the three winners of the Sanremo Festival 2027, alongside other beloved Italian artists. ‎‏ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Giant Shows Right Before the Coveted Contest The new project was presented as part of a special event attended by senior figures from the world of Italian culture, music, and government. Among the participants in the announcement were Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy Antonio Tajani, Minister of Tourism Gianmarco Mazzi, President of the Federation of the Italian Music...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Peppino di Capri, Italy's Eurovision 1991 representative and legendary singer-songwriter, has died aged 86. Heavy mourning has fallen over Italy's music scene and the Eurovision fan community. Legendary singer-songwriter Peppino di Capri, widely regarded as one of the most beloved and influential voices in Italian romantic music, has passed away at the age of 86. His death, just two weeks before what would have been his 87th birthday, leaves a profound void in Italian culture and in the hearts of millions of fans around the world. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Memorable Eurovision Legacy Eurovision fans will always remember him for his historic participation in the Eurovision Song Contest 1991, held at Rome's Cinecittà Studios. Italy selected di Capri to represent the host nation with the emotional ballad "Comme è ddoce 'o mare" ("How Sweet the Sea Is"), performed entirely in the Neapolitan language. His performance was filled with warmth, emotion, and charisma, beautifully showcasing the rich musical traditions...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sanremo artistic director Stefano De Martino confirmed a major format change creating a standalone Eurovision selection night for Sanremo 2027. The musical earthquake that we reported on here first is officially taking shape. After months of rumors, Stefano De Martino, the newly appointed host and artistic director of the Sanremo Music Festival for the next two years, has broken his silence. He has confirmed the most dramatic rule change in the history of the event: a complete separation between the grand winner of Sanremo and the representative sent to Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Revolution: Separate Winners For Eurovision and Sanremo In an interview with the Italian press, the new artistic director revealed for the first time the revolutionary new structure of the festival's five nights, and exactly how the Eurovision act will be selected. "My Sanremo will take a more international direction," Stefano De Martino declared confidently, outlining the weekly schedule: Tuesday and Wednesday: All competing...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sanremo 2027: Italian reports reveal an extraordinary historic change set to reshape the Eurovision selection process. What is the surprising move designed to attract superstars to the festival? Intriguing and unexpected reports have emerged about potential structural changes to the beloved Italian music festival Sanremo. According to recent leaks, major Italian record labels, in collaboration with the Italian national broadcaster RAI, are considering a significant transformation of the festival's fourth evening—traditionally known as the “Covers Night.” The proposed change would see this evening dedicated entirely to selecting Italy’s representative for the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Revolution: Separate Winners For Eurovision and Sanremo If implemented, this move would effectively decouple the winner of the Sanremo festival from the artist chosen to represent Italy on the international stage. “They want to split Eurovision; they want two winners,” a source familiar with the details reveals. While not yet official, the possibility exists that Italy’s Eurovision representative could be chosen...