Sanremo, 11 February 2025 – The long-awaited week of music has officially begun. Tonight, Tuesday, 11 February, the 75th edition of the Sanremo Music Festival kicks off at the Teatro Ariston, promising to deliver unforgettable performances and emotional moments.
Hosted by Carlo Conti, who is back after successfully leading previous editions, the festival will feature co-hosts Antonella Clerici and Gerry Scotti. The trio is expected to bring both experience and charisma to the stage, enhancing the festival's vibrant atmosphere.
This year’s festival has raised the stakes with 29 competing artists, all ready to showcase their talent. According to the schedule, each artist will perform their competition song for the first time live tonight. From Gaia’s "Chiamo io chiami tu" to The Kolors’ "Tu con chi fai l’amore?", the lineup promises variety and excitement.
During the first night, the performances will be assessed by the Press, TV, and Web Jury, who will only reveal the top five rankings at the end of the night, without disclosing the complete placement.
Adding to the excitement, Lorenzo Jovanotti is set to return as the super guest for the opening night. This popular Italian artist is expected to bring his vibrant energy and unique style, after having made a significant impact at the festival two years ago with his collaboration with Gianni Morandi.
Another highly anticipated moment of the night will be the duet between the Israeli artist Noa and Palestinian singer Mira Awad. Together, they will perform John Lennon’s classic "Imagine," delivering a poignant message of peace—a fitting sentiment for these times.
The broadcast will begin at 20:40 CET on Rai 1, with the festival's main show starting at 21:00. This year, Carlo Conti informed viewers the show would wrap up around 01:15, allowing for late-night entertainment enthusiasts to stay tuned until the end.
For those who can’t catch the show live, streaming options are widely available. The festival will be accessible through RaiPlay, the official streaming service, where viewers can watch the entire festival live and on-demand. Viewers can also check out the festival highlights on YouTube, where full performances will be uploaded shortly after the live shows.
The Sanremo Music Festival is not just a music competition; it has become one of Italy’s most cherished cultural events, celebrated by music lovers across the nation. Fans can freely engage with the event through various social media platforms, sharing their thoughts and reactions live.
Overall, the 2025 Sanremo Music Festival is set to be another landmark event, building on the successes of previous years and showcasing both established and up-and-coming talent on one of the biggest stages for Italian music.
With much anticipation and excitement, audiences around the world are ready to immerse themselves in the magic of Sanremo, following the competition’s rich history and observing how it continues to bolster the careers of artists beyond borders.