Festivali i Këngës 62 Update

Getting ready for the most anticipated music competition in Albania? Festivali i Këngës 62 takes center stage, starting December 19 and finishing on December 22.

After qualifying in Liverpool with with Duje by Albina and Familja Kelmendi, this year’s edition promises to be filled with exceptional performances. Let’s delve into the latest details and discover the diverse line-up that will grace the renowned festival.

Bojken Lako, the Creative Director, has unveiled that a jury of 11 members will determine the overall winner, with the Eurovision representative will be chosen solely through televoting.

In addition to the coveted top prize, Festivali i Këngës 62 will give out 6 other awards. This expanded recognition aims to showcase the multifaceted nature of creative expression, providing a platform for emerging talents to shine. Furthermore, the revised performance rules now allow up to two additional performers per act on stage.

As Festivali i Këngës 62 approaches, the anticipation rises for music enthusiasts and fans alike, ready for the 2024 national final season to get going.

Here is the official lineup after numerous withdrawals from the national selection:

Night One

1. Stivi Ushe – “Askush si ty” (Nobody like you)
2. Besa Kokëdhima – “Zemrën n’dorë” (Heart in hand)
3. Mal Retkoceri – “Çmendur” (Crazy)
4. Eldis Arnjeti – “Një kujtim” (A memory)
5. Shpat Deda – “S’mund të fitoj pa ty” (I can’t win without you)
6. Jehona Ponari – “Evol” (Evolve)
7. PeterPan Quartet
8. Festina Mejzini – “Melos”
9. Kastro Zizo – “2073”
10. Luan Durmishi – “Përsëritja” (Repetition)
11. Melodajn Mancaku – “Nuk jemi ne” (It’s not us)
12. Olsi Ballta – “Unë” (I)
13. Andi Tanko – “Herë pas here” (From time to time)
14. Sergio Hajdini – “Uragan” (Hurricane)
15. Santino De Bartolo – “Dua të rri me ty” (I want to stay with you)
16. Olimpia Smajlaj – “Asaj” (Her)

Night Two

1. Big Basta & Vesa Luma – “Mbinatyrale” (Supernatural)
2. Elsa Lila – “Mars”
3. Jasmina Hako – “Ti” (You)
4. Michela Paluca – “Për veten” (For myself)
5. Anduel Kovaci – “Nane’”
6. Irma Lepori
7. Erina & The Elementals – “Jetën n’Skaj” (Life on the edge)
8. Kleansa Susaj – “Pikturë” (Painting)
9. Arsi Bako – “Zgjohu” (Wake up)
10. Tiri Gjoci – “Në ëndërr” (In a dream)
11. Besa Krasniqi – “Esenciale” (Essential)
12. Bledi Kaso – “Çdo gjë mbaroi” (Everything is over)
13. Troy Band – “Horizonti i ëndrrave” (The horizon of dreams)
14. Martina Serreqi – “Vetëm ty” (Only you)

Stay tuned for the latest updates and prepare to be enthralled as Festivali i Këngës 62 unfolds. It is sure to be a celebration of musical excellence, showcasing the vibrant spirit of Albanian music.