The highly anticipated second evening of the 2025 Sanremo Music Festival promises excitement and talents showcased on the grand stage of Teatro Ariston. After the success of the first night, viewers can expect powerful performances and special moments during this illustrious event. The evening will feature 15 of the 29 competing artists alongside the vibrant 'Nuove Proposte'.
On February 12, Carlo Conti, the festival's host, revealed the lineup for the second evening during a press conference, highlighting the unique combination of new talent and established names.
Opening the night will be the semifinals for the 'Nuove Proposte' competition, which is unique this year. Instead of just two contestants, all four finalists will perform tonight, attempting to secure their place for the final slated for February 13. These contenders include Alex Wyse with "Rockstar," and Vale LP and Lil Jolie presenting "Dimmi tu quando sei pronto per fare l'amore," followed by Maria Tomba and Settembre battling it out with their respective songs.
The 'Big' acts resume their quest for the top, bringing their musical prowess to compete on this famed stage. The 15 artists performing include Rocco Hunt with "Mille vote ancora," Elodie with "Dimenticarsi alle 7," and the captivating duo of The Kolors with their track titled "Tu con chi fai l'amore." The diverse lineup ensures the audience will be treated to various genres, making it impossible to predict tonight's outcomes.
Carlo Conti is not alone tonight as co-hosts Bianca Balti, Cristiano Malgioglio, and Nino Frassica join him to guide the audience through the festivities. Their dynamic personalities promise to enrich the viewing experience, adding humor and charm to the evening's proceedings.
Among the guests gracing the Sanremo stage is the celebrated frontman of Måneskin, Damiano David. His presence is somewhat of a homecoming as he has deep connections with the festival. He will perform both tributes and his latest single, ensuring fans remain engaged and entertained.
The show promises great moments beyond music, as Carolina Kostner, the ice skating champion and Olympic ambassador, will share her excitement and insights about the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics. Audience engagement will remain high, especially with the Suzuki Stage hosting popular act BigMama, adding another layer of entertainment.
The voting format for this year's festival has undergone changes, with 50% of the outcomes determined by public televotes and 50% by the radio jury. This system was first implemented during the opening night, and it will ravage the standing of artists as have been seen with the early results where only the top five were announced. This means every performance counts as artists compete not only for the accolades but for the admiration of the audience back home.
Also noteworthy is the participation of those involved with Italian cinema and television, such as the casts from films like "Follemente" and series like "Belcanto," featuring actors such as Vittoria Puccini and Marco Giallini, fostering connections between music and other forms of entertainment.
Sanremo’s second evening will kick off at around 20:40 and promises to conclude by 01:10, as Carlo Conti aims to maintain the schedule set by the first night. With such rich programming and enthusiasm on display, this night is sure to contribute to the lasting legacy of the Festival of Italian Song.
Listeners are encouraged to tune in, participate via televote, and witness firsthand performances from music icons and rising stars alike.
Overall, the confluence of new talents and seasoned performers underlines the festival's goal of nurturing and celebrating the richness of Italian music, showcasing compelling artistry and musical narratives on one grand stage.
All eyes will certainly be on the Ariston Theatre tonight as music lovers eagerly await who will rise and shine on the celebrated stage of Sanremo 2025.